2nd Shift Strapping Line Operator

2nd Shift Strapping Line Operator

Job Location:

US-IL-Wheeling

Job :

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

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 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 is hiring a Strapping Line Operator
. The Strapping Line Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Strapping Line machine in the Finishing Dept. This includes completing all orders on time and in line with the priorities set in the WFS (Wieland Factory Suite) manufacturing computer system. This role is located in Wheeling, IL and will be fully on-site.

Hourly Pay Range
: $21/hr - $23/hr

Work Schedule
: 2nd Shift 2 PM - 10 PM

Shift Differential
: $0.50/hr shift differential

Pay Schedule
:
Biweekly

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

• Work independently and as part of a team with safety as the number one priority. Properly follow all company and OSHA safety procedures and report concerns to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Perform routine inspections of the work area to ensure proper housekeeping.
• Check the WFS computer, review orders & priorities. Perform administrative duties as assigned, including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system.
• Crane operator loads the correct coils onto the turnstile using the overhead crane. Place correct skid and proper packaging materials at the offload end of the machine.
• Enter the correct coil parameters into the control panel and cycle the machine.
• Monitor the quality of the strapping operation and place spacers or cardboard between coils as specs indicate.
• Check paperwork, enter correct weights on the WFS system, label material as req'd, and bring the material to the Packaging Line.
• Ensures the correct material is loaded according to the set priorities.
• Ensure that the strapping machine is operating correctly.
• Maintains high strapping quality.
• Ensure that the coils match the customer's requirements.
• Ensure that pallets are correctly labeled and ready for the Logistics Department to transport.
• Maintain 5S and 6S standards and support continuous improvement efforts. Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible workplace in accordance with applicable regulations
• Reduce scrap by monitoring material quality and equipment performance. Work with other departments to continuously improve quality, machine uptime, efficiency, and productivity
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and pallet jacks (motorized and manual).
• Communicate needs as they arise.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in heavy metals or similar manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work with calipers, micrometers and other types of testing equipment is preferred.
• Ability to…