General Helper

Wieland•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a General Helper. The General Helper will be responsible for executing a wide range of operational and support duties within the manufacturing facility, including equipment operation, material handling, and general labor. This position plays a key role in maintaining productivity, ensuring product quality, and supporting safety and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is located in Buffalo, NY and will be fully on-site.

Requirements

Prior experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or heavy production environment preferred.
Ability to perform a wide range of job functions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to work in various roles and departments as needed.
Ability to safely operate industrial equipment, including mobile and heavy machinery.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and address product quality issues.
Good judgment and decision-making skills, particularly in situations involving safety or production quality.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, and working in confined spaces or at heights.
Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, dust, etc.) typical of a mill environment.
Basic understanding of workplace safety practices and commitment to following all safety policies and procedures.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and adhere to standard operating procedures.
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support multiple departments and work collaboratively with others.
Reliability and dependability, including good attendance and the ability to respond to changing work assignments.
Willingness to participate in continuous improvement efforts, including safety and environmental programs.

Responsibilities

Provide flexible operational support across the facility by filling in for absent personnel or unassigned roles as needed.
Perform a variety of production tasks primarily within the lower end of the mill, supporting copper and copper alloy processing operations.
Operate equipment and perform duties such as Operator, Helper, Inspector, and slitter operator.
Safely operate mobile and heavy equipment as required.
Execute physically demanding tasks, including heavy manual labor in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Load, move, and handle raw materials and byproducts such as gravel, scrap, or metal chips.
Perform job duties that may require bending, lifting, carrying, climbing, and working in confined spaces or at elevated heights.
Transition into assigned roles based on operational needs, seniority bidding, or management direction.
Perform a wide range of bargaining unit job functions to support plant operations and workforce flexibility.
Monitor product quality and make real-time decisions when necessary to address quality concerns and ensure compliance with specifications.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives aligned with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 standards.
Contribute to workplace safety and operational excellence by engaging in near-miss reporting and improvement programs.