3rd Shift Machine Operator (Weekends Required)

Wieland Group; Wheeling (IL); Hybrid; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Growth opportunities

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland is seeking a 3rd Shift Machine Operator for weekends in Wheeling, IL. This role operates Fin Tube milling centers, inspects output, and prepares material scans for production start.

You will work with the team to ensure quality and adherence to safety standards while supporting production goals on a weekend schedule. The position requires strong attention to detail, ability to perform setup and troubleshoot tools, and familiarity with HMI interfaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• CNC machining experience (a plus).
• Understanding of measurement math as it relates to decimals and fractions.
• Manufacturing experience with machine function and interface (HMI, calibration, printing/ labeling).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Fin Tube machines to achieve milling operations per drawings.
• Inspect in-process material and report nonconforming items for proper handling.
• Maintain clean, safe workspace and verify PPE and safety measures.

Skills

Good written communication

Quality troubleshooting

Set-up operation

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HMI interface

Calibration methods

Printing/labeling auxiliaries

Job description

3rd Shift Machine Operator (Weekends Required)

Job Location: US-IL-Wheeling

Base Pay: $21.00/hr. - $21.00/hr.

Shift Differential: $2.00/hr.

Schedule Options: 3rd Shift Hybrid B (Thursday - Friday: 11 pm - 7 am | Saturday & Sunday: 7 pm - 7 am)

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 cultural values are safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect.

The Machine Operator is responsible for the production and inspection of all work orders assigned. This role is primarily responsible for (operation, housekeeping and other functional attributes) of the Fin Tube milling centers, creating product for quality review, the preparation and review of material scans for the start of production, conducting quality check during production, assigned tasks also include operation of the Overhead crane as needed. Strong focus on quality and troubleshooting of tools and other production elements also identifying 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.

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 P.P.E, 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 troubleshooting 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 also 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 programing, 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 50lbs

Additional Benefits

• 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.