Cold Mill Technician

Cold Mill Technician

Skana Aluminum Company | Manitowoc, WI

180 days off a year. Paid training. Real career growth.

Ready to build a career, not just take a job? As a Cold Mill Technician, you'll help produce some of the highest-quality aluminum coils in the Midwest  and we'll pay you more as you learn more.

What You'll Do

• Operate cold mill intermediate and final passes across various alloys and thickness ranges.

• Reduce aluminum coils to the required thickness by running them through the mill.

• Adjust mill speeds, tensions, and coolant flow to achieve precise coil specifications.

• Start, run, and monitor coils to ensure consistent quality and defect-free production.

• Evaluate roll and material temperatures to determine necessary processing adjustments.

• Reset the x-ray panel on the motor room wall as needed.

• Read and interpret dispatches to ensure proper sequencing of work.

• Replace Cold Mill Operator, Assistant, and Trucker as needed to ensure uninterrupted production.

• Perform the duties of the Cold Mill Assistant, including preparing coils for the mill.

• Perform the duties of the Trucker, including safely transporting coils to and from the mill.

• Maintain continuous mill operation to produce high-quality metal.

• Perform complete roll changes from start to finish to maintain production efficiency.

• Operate the Cardox system in case of an emergency to ensure workplace safety.

• Operate forklifts and cranes for roll changes

• Assist with other duties as directed/assigned

What We're Looking For

• Previous machine operation experience
• A strong work ethic and reliability
• Flexibility with scheduling, including a willingness to train on off-shifts
• A positive attitude and team-player mindset in a fast-paced, safety-first environment
• Good communication skills
• Pride in keeping a clean, organized workspace

Prior machining experience is a plus!

Why Skana?

• 180 days off per year more time for what matters outside of work.
• Our PayForKnowledge program rewards you for learning! he more you learn, the more you earn.
• Hours are 5:45pm- 6am (2-2-3 rotating schedule)

🎁 Benefits That Actually Benefit You

• Quarterly company-wide bonus program
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• $150 safety shoe reimbursement every year
• Safety glasses covered 100%
• Regular employee engagement events through our Fundation program
• 180 days off a year

Work Environment

This is a hands-on plant role with exposure to heat, noise, moving equipment, and forklift traffic. Required PPE includes safety glasses and safety shoes (we've got you covered on both).

Ready to build your future with us? Apply today.

Skana Aluminum Company is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.