Inspector Packer

Wieland Group; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Life & more benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacations & holidays

Job summary

Wieland is hiring an Inspector Packer for the East Alton, IL facility. This entry-level role supports plant operations by inspecting products, directing material flow, and assisting in maintenance to minimize downtime.

Starting pay is $28.07/hour with a straight midnight schedule, on-site work, and bi-weekly pay. The role emphasizes safety and alignment with Wieland's 8 Golden Rules of Safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Experience in manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read packaging/shipping docs and measurement data.

Responsibilities

• Operate precision measuring equipment to verify customer specs.
• Measure width, gauge, and surface quality and record results.
• Band, pack, and identify customer material for shipping.
• Maintain equipment per Wieland policies and safety rules.
• Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.
• Work with team to achieve department goals and safety standards.
• Follow safety procedures, report issues to Supervisor/HR.
• Perform daily housekeeping and routine product inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Reading measurements

Quality mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Tape measure

Vernier caliper

Gauges

Job description

Inspector Packer

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 an Inspector Packer. The Inspector Packer is an entry-level and support personnel required to facilitate plant operations. Responsibilities may include the use of light mobile equipment to direct the flow of materials through the process as it travels from raw materials to finished products. They will perform an inspection of the product and processes as needed. They may also support and assist in maintenance work to minimize downtime.

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

Job Location: US-IL-East Alton

Starting Pay: $28.07/hour

Schedule: Straight Midnights Monday - Friday

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Responsibilities

Work in alignment with Wieland's core values and abide by the 8 Golden Rules of Safety.

• Operate precise measuring equipment, in the form of width mics, calipers, gauges, and MMS system to ensure customer specifications are met.
• Responsible for measuring width, gauge, and surface quality of product and the recording of measurement results.
• Band, pack, and identify customer material for shipping.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and operated per Wieland policies and health and safety regulations; report service requests as needed.
• Collaborate with the maintenance department to complete tasks to minimize downtime.
• Work with team members to achieve department goals.
• Adhere to Wieland and OSHA safety procedures and job-specific safety practices; report issues to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Follow daily procedures, work instructions, control plans, and protocols outlined during orientations and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to ensure proper equipment operation.
• Perform general laborer tasks as required.
• Maintain daily housekeeping of the work area.
• Perform routine inspections of products as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Inspector Packer 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.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including consistent use of protective gear.
• Ability to read a manual tape measure, vernier caliper, and gauges.
• Ability to interact with a computer and its components.
• Ability to navigate a preprogrammed data recording system, and how to troubleshoot the machine to resolve common issues.
• 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 asks 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 preferred.

Qualifications

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.