3rd Shift Machine Operator

Wieland • Buffalo Grove, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution, providing products and services for various industries including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, and electronics. The company values safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect. The 3rd Shift Machine Operator is responsible for the production and inspection of all assigned work orders. This role primarily involves the operation, housekeeping, and functional attributes of Fin Tube milling centers, creating products for quality review, preparing and reviewing material scans for production start, and conducting quality checks during production. Tasks also include operating an Overhead crane as needed, with a strong focus on quality and troubleshooting tools and production elements, and identifying tube defects. Adherence to all safety and environmental guidelines is required. The operator works directly with the team lead for work assignments and reports to the Shift Supervisor.

Requirements

• Good written and communication skills
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Understanding of measurement math as it relates to decimals and fractions also the ability to perform other basic math functions.
• Manufacturing experience preferably with knowledge of machine function and interface such as (HMI input and output, use of calibration methods and programing, use of printing and or labeling auxiliaries also direct computer input for production/order start and finish operations.

Nice To Haves

• CNC machining experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the set-up and operation of Fin Tube machines (understanding tube types, material dimensions, identifying of defects, understanding tube structure to identify condenser/boiler conformance or nonconformance) to achieve a series of progressive milling operations, while holding precise tolerances and finishing requirements per customer drawings.
• Inspect in process material as specified in work instructions, report any material found not meeting the criteria to ensure proper steps are taken to identify and or dispose of this material following the correct deposition methods.
• Maintain a clean and safe work place while ensuring that all P.P.E, equipment safeguarding and protective devices are functioning and utilized in accordance with all EHS safety standards.
• Record quality data measured, scrap counts and material used by using WFS to ensure that inventory and product movements are recorded accurately.
• Ensure that work area is clean, organized and safe for all personnel
• Report all incidents (that may impact the area of work, material being produced and other team members in their work group) to supervisor
• Suggest job related improvements and cost-saving ideas
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet requirements of the position and organizational expectations.
• Able to perform set-ups and quality trouble shooting as instructed to minimize impact to production flow.

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees