3rd Shift Rolling Operator

Wieland Small Tube Products; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation & holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland is hiring a Rolling Operator for the Waterbury, CT site. The role is on-site, 3rd shift (11:00 pm - 7:00 am) with weekly pay. You will set up and operate Sendzimir Z-mills, monitor material and machine parameters, and ensure compliance with specifications.

Qualifications include 3–5 years of rolling mill experience, ability to read English, basic math, and familiarity with micrometers and calipers. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• Reads and understands work instructions for equipment.
• Maintains production records and logs.
• 3–5 years of experience running Sendzimir Z-mill or similar rolling equipment.
• Able to perform basic math operations.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety rules and regulations.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions specific to the equipment.
• Set up and operate Sendzimir Z-mills; monitor material and machine parameters to meet specs.
• Move material using forklifts, cranes, or pallet jacks.
• Direct the work of mill helpers to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Perform light maintenance on machines (rolls, bearings).
• Check material gauge and surface finish; coordinate with metrology.

Skills

Reading / Writing English

Reliability

Experience with rolling mills

Math skills

Micrometers & calipers

Decision making

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

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

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 Rolling Operator. The Rolling Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating the Sendzimir Z-mills while continually monitoring the material and the machine parameters to assure compliance with specifications. This role is located in Waterbury, CT and will be fully on-site.

Hourly Pay Range

$30.20 per hour to $32.20 per hour

Shift Differential

$0.55/hr

Work Schedule

3rd Shift (11:00 pm - 7:00 am)

Pay Schedule

Weekly

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

• 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.


• Set-up and operate Sendzimir Z-mills. Continually monitor material and machine parameters to assure compliance with specifications.


• Determine proper roll combinations to achieve desired shape and surface finish.


• 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 and communicate with metrology lab to ensure product meets appropriate specifications.


• 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 block.


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


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

Rolling Operator Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English. Ability to maintain production records and logs.


• Employment record reflecting reliability. Above average attendance.


• 3-5 years' experience running Sendzimir Z-mill or other related rolling machinery.


• Ability to perform simple math, addition and subtraction.


• Familiarity with use of micrometers and calipers.


• Excellent decision-making skills and organizational ability.


• Mechanically inclined, comfort level with using small hand tools.


• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!


• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.


• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.


• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ 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.