Forklift Operator, Utility

Wieland Small Tube Products; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland Small Tube Products in East Alton, IL is seeking an entry-level Forklift Operator, Utility to help move materials through the plant on a fully on-site basis. Starting pay is $27.35 per hour, with a rotating swing schedule (Days, Afternoons, Midnights) and bi-weekly pay.

You will operate light material handling equipment, perform routine inspections, and assist in safety-focused tasks. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to OSHA procedures while supporting various

Qualifications

• Must understand hazards and safety precautions in forklift work.
• Read packaging and shipping documents.
• Able to read a tape measure and vernier caliper.
• Stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• 18+ with a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment in line with safety rules.
• Maintain equipment and report service requests as needed.
• Move and load product into trailers from staging areas.
• Assist in general housekeeping and safety practices.
• Support other departments as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Documentation reading

Measurement reading

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Tape measure

Vernier caliper

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

safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Forklift Operator, Utility. The Forklift Operator, Utility is entry‑level support personnel required to facilitate plant operations including the use of light mobile equipment to direct the flow of materials through the process as it travels from raw materials to finished product. They may perform inspection of the product and processes as needed, and support and assist in maintenance work to minimize downtime.

This role is located in East Alton, IL and will be fully on‑site.

Starting Pay: $27.35/hour

Schedule: Rotating Swing Shift (Days, Afternoons, Midnights)

Pay Schedule: Bi‑weekly

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver motorized material handling equipment in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and used in accordance with company health and safety regulations and reports service requests as needed.
• Ensure equipment is properly positioned before turning it on and off or loading and unloading it.
• Safely select product with higher degree of accuracy.
• Follow direction of department leader(s).
• Collaborate with team members to achieve department goals.
• Efficiently move and load product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.
• Perform routine inspection of work area to ensure sites are kept clean and safe.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Bring problems to the attention of the Supervisor, Safety or HR.
• Follow Daily Procedures & Protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Attend meeting and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation.
• Work in other departments as needed.
• Perform General Laborer tasks as required.
• Participate daily with general housekeeping of warehouse and work area.
• Perform routine inspections of product as needed.
• Operation of drum cleaning equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to forklift operations.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to read and understand packaging and shipping documents.
• Ability to read a tape measure and capability to read a vernier caliper.
• Sit for extended period of times.
• Stand for extended periods, walk and reach with hands or arms.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Lift up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch or manipulate items.
• Demonstrate good judgement and ask questions as needed.
• Attentive to detail and alert at all times to ensure safety.
• Maintains safety as high priority in all aspects of responsibility.
• Stoop, reach, kneel, twist, and walk while handling cases of product.
• Have vision abilities to include proximate vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Metals experience preferred, not required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Three years of manufacturing experience or heavy labor experience.

Benefits

• 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.