Slitting Machine Operator | Continental Shifts | Greater Hamilton Area

Project XIII Inc. is partnering with a well-established manufacturer in the Greater Hamilton Area to find an experienced Slitting Machine Operator to join their production team. This is a great opportunity for a skilled operator to step into a stable, safety-focused operation with modern equipment and genuine long-term career potential.

If you've got hands-on experience with slitting, converting, roll processing, or metal fabrication equipment and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, we want to hear from you.

The Role

You'll set up, operate, and monitor specialized slitting/converting equipment, processing raw materials to customer and production specifications. Working closely with the production team, you'll help keep operations safe and efficient while hitting quality and productivity targets on a continental rotating shift schedule (12-hour shifts).

What You'll Do

- Set up and operate automated and manual production equipment
- Read and interpret production schedules, specifications, and work orders
- Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot minor mechanical/operational issues
- Verify product dimensions and quality using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers)
- Coordinate material flow to minimize downtime and keep production running smoothly
- Safely operate material handling equipment, including overhead cranes where required




- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and waste reduction

What You Bring

- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial production workplace
- Hands-on experience operating slitting, converting, roll processing, or similar equipment
- Forklift and/or overhead crane experience (certification an asset)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Comfort with precision measuring tools and reading technical drawings/work orders
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing / 5S principles is a plus
- Basic computer skills and experience with production systems
- A sharp eye for detail and pride in producing high-quality work
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently in a quick-paced setting

The Environment

- Modern manufacturing facility
- Continental rotating shifts (12-hour shifts)
- PPE required at all times
- Physically active role — standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, and repetitive movement
- A genuine safety-first culture built on teamwork and continuous improvement

Ready for your next move?

If you're an experienced manufacturing professional looking to join a respected employer with room to grow, apply today or reach out directly to our team at Project XIII Inc.

📌 Slitting Machine Operator (Ontario)
🏢 Project XIII
📍 Ontario