1st Shift Strapping (Packing) Line Operator

Wieland • Wheeling, IL

1d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Strapping (Packing) Line Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Strapping Line machine in the Finishing Department. The operator completes orders on time according to priorities set in the WFS (Wieland Factory Suite) manufacturing computer system. The position is fully on-site in Wheeling, Illinois, with a first-shift schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The stated hourly pay range is $21–$23, with biweekly pay.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to ensure proper identification of coils and samples.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Ability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods; negotiate stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, and platforms; and occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Ability to walk over uneven or slippery surfaces and work in production environments that are not temperature controlled.
• Manual dexterity to handle and manipulate items, samples, and tools.
• Vision abilities including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, touch, or manipulate items.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in heavy metals or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with calipers, micrometers, and other types of testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team, prioritizing safety; follow company and OSHA safety procedures and report concerns to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Conduct routine inspections of the work area and maintain proper housekeeping.
• Review orders and priorities in the WFS computer system and complete assigned administrative tasks, including work-order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system.
• Place the correct skid and packaging materials at the machine’s offload end.
• Enter coil parameters into the control panel and operate the strapping machine.
• Monitor strapping quality and place spacers or cardboard between coils as specifications require.
• Check paperwork, enter weights in WFS, label material as required, and bring material to the Packaging Line.
• Ensure the correct material is loaded according to set priorities and that the strapping machine operates correctly.
• Maintain high strapping quality and ensure coils meet customer requirements.
• Ensure pallets are correctly labeled and ready for the Logistics Department to transport.
• Maintain 5S and 6S standards and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Help maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Reduce scrap by monitoring material quality and equipment performance; work with other departments to improve quality, machine uptime, efficiency, and productivity.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and motorized and manual pallet jacks.
• Communicate needs as they arise.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life benefits.
• 401(k) contribution and match.
• 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