Rolling Operator

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland currently has an immediate need for a Rolling Operator to set-up and operate Z-mills and continually monitor material and machine parameters to assure compliance with specifications. This position will be located at our Wieland Thin Strip facility in Waterbury, CT.

The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined - metals industry is a plus!

Starting Pay: $25.90/hr.

Schedule: 2nd Shift

Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly

Responsibilities

Rolling Operator Responsibilities:

Use electronic contact and non-contact gauges, indicators, and controls to operate machine and check product

Check material for proper gauge, surface finish, or other properties

Move material to and from machine using forklifts, transporters, cranes, pallet jacks

Direct the work of one or more mill helpers to maximize machine uptime, quality, and productivity

Operate rewind equipment, steel sleeves and mill blocks

Perform light maintenance on machines, such as changing and cleaning work rolls, intermediate rolls, and bearings

Comply with all safety rules and regulations

Follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and JSP (Job Safety Practice) documents

Read, understand, and follow all Work Instructions Specific to the equipment

Detect and report faulty operations, improper material and unusual conditions

Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition

Determine proper roll combinations to achieve desired shape and surface finish

Perform other similar or related duties or flex to other areas of the plant as required

Rolling Operator Qualifications:

Experience running Sendzimir Z-mill or other related rolling machinery

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Mechanically inclined, comfort level with using small hand tools

Good attendance record

Ability to read and write English

Ability to maintain production records and logs

Ability to perform simple math, addition and subtraction

Familiarity with use of micrometers and calipers

Excellent decision making skills and organizational ability

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

Benefits - Offered through local union health services and insurance plan.

Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.

Work/Life Balance - An employee with less than twelve months of service on January 1st of the vacation year will be granted 5 days of vacation (40 Hours) once they have attained 12 months of service.

Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!

Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.

Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.

Regular Full-Time