3rd Shift Machine Operator

Wieland Group; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland is seeking a Machine Operator for Fin Tube production. You will set up and operate mills, inspect materials, and perform quality checks to ensure conformance with customer drawings. The role emphasizes safety, clean work areas, and accurate data recording, with training provided for all duties.

Applicants should have basic math skills and manufacturing experience; CNC familiarity is a plus. Work shifts include 3rd shift with specific hours and a pay differential, reflecting the company’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CNC machining experience is a plus.
• Understanding measurement math related to decimals and fractions.
• Manufacturing experience with machine interfaces and production start/finish procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Fin Tube machines to meet tolerances and finish requirements per drawings.
• Inspect in-process material and report nonconforming items.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and proper PPE usage.
• Record quality data and material usage using WFS.

Skills

Good written communication

Quality troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Ability to learn equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machining

HMI input/output

Calibration methods

Printing/labeling peripherals

Production computer input

Job description

Overview

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.

The Machine Operator is responsible for the production and inspection of all work orders assigned. This role is primarily responsible for operating, housekeeping and other functional attributes of the Fin Tube milling centers, creating product for quality review, preparing and reviewing material scans for the start of production, conducting quality checks during production, and operating the Overhead crane as needed. Strong focus on quality, troubleshooting of tools and other production elements and identification of defects of tubes during production. Adhere to all safety and environmental guidelines. Works directly with team lead for work assignment and reports to Shift Supervisor.

Base Pay: $21.00/hr – $21.00/hr.

Shift Differential: $2.00/hr.

Schedule Options: 3rd Shift (Monday – Friday: 11 pm – 7 am)

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.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the set-up and operation of Fin Tube machines (understanding tube types, material dimensions, identifying defects, understanding tube structure to identify condenser/boiler conformance or nonconformance) to achieve a series of progressive milling operations, while holding precise tolerances and finishing requirements per customer drawings.
• Inspect in process material as specified in work instructions, report any material found not meeting the criteria to ensure proper steps are taken to identify and/or dispose of this material following the correct deposition methods.
• Maintain a clean and safe work place while ensuring that all PPE, equipment safeguarding and protective devices are functioning and utilized in accordance with all EHS safety standards.
• Record quality data measured, scrap counts and material used by using WFS to ensure that inventory and product movements are recorded accurately.

(All duties and responsibilities are unique to our facility. Therefore training will be provided).

Qualifications

• Good written and communication skills
• Ensure that work area is clean, organized and safe for all personnel
• Report all incidents that may impact the area of work, material being produced and other team members in their work group to supervisor
• Suggest job related improvements and cost‑saving ideas
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet requirements of the position and organizational expectations
• Able to perform set‑ups and quality trouble shooting as instructed to minimize impact to production flow
• Recognized as a strong contributor within the organization
• High school diploma or G.E.D. (preferred)
• CNC machining experience (a plus)
• Understanding of measurement math as it relates to decimals and fractions and the ability to perform other basic math functions
• Manufacturing experience preferably with knowledge of machine function and interface such as HMI input and output, use of calibration methods and programming, use of printing and or labeling auxiliaries also direct computer input for production/order start and finish operations

Physical Demands

• Involves periods of standing, walking, and negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks and platforms in hot or cold production environment on slippery surfaces for the purpose of directing operations and evaluating situations
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hat, ear plugs, etc.)
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs maximum

Joining Wieland's team gives you…

• Work/Life Balance – Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Growth Opportunities – We have over 8,000 employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• 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.