Oregon Metal Slitters is an Oregon-based corporation founded in 1956. The company was originally located in Portland's industrial district off NW Yeon Avenue. OMS expanded its reach throughout the region, and branched out from its first building on NW Suffolk into a handful of detached warehouse spaces nearby. In 1988 the company's original founder sold OMS to a Japanese trading company, Okura and Co., Ltd.

The late 1990s brought two major changes: relocation and new ownership. To consolidate operations in a single facility rather than multiple buildings scattered around NW Portland, OMS planned a new, larger plant in North Portland's Rivergate area. Soon after construction was completed, Okura (the parent company of OMS) filed for bankruptcy in Japanese court. Okura assets were sold off, including Oregon Metal Slitters which continued to function as an independent entity during this transition.

A Portland-based group won the bidding process, restoring Oregon Metal Slitters to local ownership. Newly located in its Rivergate facility off North Marine Drive, OMS entered its third phase. Since then, the local ownership group has consolidated down to just a single owner, Steven Elorriaga, who is active in the company's daily management and serves as Chairman.

Oregon Metal Slitters is the Pacific Northwest's pioneer flat rolled Service Center. Our mission has always been to provide manufacturers with top-quality steel products and consistently superb service. Over fifty years experience has enabled us to reliably meet the demands of our customers.

• Our goal is perfection. We pay close attention to details and focus on continuous improvement so we can give our customers exactly what they asked for.
• We reach for the highest standards. From sales to processors to shippers, our people are always on the lookout to make sure everything is right.
• Best surface quality, accurate dimension, and top-notch packaging. These are just some of the ways we do things right!