Operator, Machine and Foundry

Wieland North America, Inc; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Wieland North America, Inc in Kilgore, TX is seeking an Operator, Machine and Foundry to support casting and material processing, operate production equipment, and ensure quality products in a safe, on-site environment. Starting pay is $20 per hour with a Monday-Thursday 6am-4pm schedule and weekly pay.

The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, JSA, and QAPs, and requires reading drawings and tape measures. Joining Wieland means benefits like medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and growth

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail (critical skill).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers and management.
• Ability to work as part of a team and help teammates when necessary.
• Ability to work occasional Saturday hours as required by the position.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.
• Ability to read dimensioned engineering drawings.
• Ability to read a tape measure and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment.
• Set-up, process, and maintenance of Turret Lathe.
• Process rough castings from the foundry using machinery.
• Operate machinery safely to ensure quality product.
• Inspect material before and after operation for imperfections.
• Load and unload product from the machinery for processing.
• Operate and handle melting/holding equipment.
• Perform quality inspections, including visual checks.
• Assemble, rebuild, set up, maintain, and operate equipment such as cranes and forklifts.
• Inspect inventory and product orders for accuracy.
• Report product discrepancies to management.
• Follow SOPs, JSAs, and QAPs.
• Communicate with teammates.
• Operate forklifts to move material.
• Perform other operations tasks as assigned.

Skills

Prioritization

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Reading tape measures/calipers

Saturdays availability

Tools

Turret Lathe

Cranes

Forklifts

Tape measure

Calipers

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 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 Operator, Machine and Foundry. The Operator, Machine and Foundry will be responsible for supporting machine shop and foundry operations by operating production equipment, performing casting and material processing activities, and producing quality products in accordance with established specifications and safety standards. This role supports efficient manufacturing operations through adherence to quality requirements, safe work practices, and by assisting with warehouse and other production activities as needed to meet business objectives. This role is located in Kilgore, TXand will be fully on-site.

Starting Pay: $20 per hour

Schedule: Mon-Thur 6am-4pm

Pay Schedule: Weekly

Responsibilities

Operator, Machine and Foundry Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment
• Responsible for the set-up, process, and maintenance of Turret Lathe
• Take rough castings from the foundry and process with machinery
• Operate machinery in a safe manner to ensure quality product
• Inspect material before and after operation for imperfections
• Load and unload product from the machinery for processing
• Operate and handle melting / holding equipment
• Perform quality inspections, including visual
• Assemble, rebuild, set up, maintain, and operate equipment o Cranes, forklifts, hand tools, etc.
• Inspect inventory and product orders for accuracy
• Report on product discrepancies to management
• Perform all applicable SOP’s, JSA’s, and QAP’s
• Actively communicate with teammates
• Operate forklifts to move material
• Other Operations tasks, as assigned

Operator, Machine and FoundryQualifications:

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail (critical skill)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to communicate professionally with coworkers and management
• Ability to work as part of a team and help teammates when necessary
• Ability to work occasional Saturday hours as required by the position
• Ability to work in warehouse environment with varying temperatures
• Ability to read dimensioned engineering drawings
• Ability to read a tape measure and calipers

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 ourunique 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 anequal 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.