Rolling Mill Operator

Wieland•Wheeling, IL

5d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

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 a Rolling Mill Operator. The Rolling Mill Operator (Level 1) will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating the RM-1 Rolling Mill with a team member (Operator 2) using established metallurgical guidelines. The operator must assist with maintaining a production schedule for the equipment that includes processing material, material handling, tooling changeovers, and PM’s. This role is located in Wheeling, IL, and will be fully on-site. At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good-faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include, but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required
Previous experience with heavy metals or similar type of manufacturing required.
Ability to work with calipers, micrometers, and other types of testing equipment required
Ability to work under pressure with high stress levels required.
Maintain production schedule
Monitor material quality, including flatness, gauge, hardness, grain size, and surface finish
Must be able to learn and safely operate an overhead crane, forklift, and pallet Jacks. (motorized and manual.)
Willing to work on short notice, volunteer overtime, and/or required overtime as needed.
Ensure proper identification of coils and samples
Achieve production throughput, yield, and scrap goals
Maintain a positive attitude in a team environment
Involves periods of standing, walking, and negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, and platforms in hot or cold production environment on slippery surfaces for the purpose of directing operations and evaluating situations.
Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., safety glasses, electrostatic discharge jacket, earplugs, etc.)
Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Maximum

Responsibilities

Work independently and as part of a team with safety as the number one priority. Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures. Bring problems to the attention of the Supervisor, Safety or HR.
Safely operating the equipment on and around RM1 including coil changeovers, roll changes (work & backup), monitoring the quality of material running, and basic maintenance. Material handling.
Loading and unloading coils on machine.
Setting up the equipment for production
Following & adjusting schedule developed by the Planning Dept.
Frontline line trouble shooting of RM-1 and its associated equipment / Communicating needs/issues to the Production Mgmt. & Maintenance Dept. as they arise
Performing in-process inspection, preparing and visually inspecting samples for QA; Reduce scrap and monitor material quality
Crosstrain in other areas of the Production Dept. and train other employees as RM1 Operator-1
Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible plant according to the applying regulations and maintain a safe, clean & organized work area
Maintain 5S improvements
Cooperate with other areas to continuously improve quality, machine uptime, efficiency and productivity

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.

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