Slitting Operator

Wieland • Waterbury, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a Slitting Operator to perform tasks that support production, including final inspection and packing of material, warehouse organization, tinning material, and operating tinning machines as directed by the operations supervisor and manager. The role is located in Waterbury, Connecticut, and is fully on-site. The schedule is first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with an hourly pay rate of $23.00. The final pay offered may vary based on factors including experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, and qualifications.

Wieland is a global copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution company. Its stated cultural values are safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect. The Slitting Operator is expected to work safely, follow applicable job safety analyses, work instructions, customer quality requirements, and company policies, and help maintain a clean work area.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience with sit-down forklifts.
• Competency using banders, hand tools, and other tools associated with the job.
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, posted notices, and QA Alerts.
• Commitment to the established values and culture of WMS.
• Full compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety, PPE, attendance, and dress code.

Responsibilities

• Perform production tasks safely and identify hazards in the production environment.
• Know and adhere to all applicable Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Uphold standards set by the management team.
• Oversee setup and helper work to ensure the line is correctly equipped.
• Follow work instructions for each purchase order.
• Follow customer-specific quality instructions.
• Document slitting records in the appropriate logs.
• Oversee material during the slitting process.
• Ensure samples, labels, and packaging meet customer requirements.
• Perform machine-specific or situational duties assigned by the operations supervisor and manager.
• Keep the work area clean.
• Operate sit-down forklifts safely (9K+ capacity).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life benefits, among others.
• 401(k) contribution and matching.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities.
• Wellness programs, including eligibility to earn healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions based on program status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED