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Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

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 Cultural Values

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 2nd Shift Annealing Helper. The Annealing Helper will be responsible for effectively run the annealing line in the production department to complete all orders on time and in line with the priority of orders on the WFS (Wieland Factory Suite) manufacturing floor computer system. This role is located in Wheeling, IL and will be fully on-site. 

Hourly Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00/hour

Shift Differential: $0.50/hour

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

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. 

Annealing Helper Responsibilities:

• Load the coil and thread in the new strip to ensure the machine can start working. Unload and tie the finished coils.
• Cut the strip, bring in the new coil and stitch it to the existing one. Cut out and dismantle the stitch. (Two workers are needed)
• Measure and check important values (e.g. pH-Value, degreaser test, benzo test, pickler test) to ensure they are in the correct tolerance and to be able to adjust them.
• Clean the water filters/filter mats with a putty knife.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and fork truck. Cross train in other areas of Production Department.
• Maintain 5S improvements. Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible plant according to applicable regulations
• Reduce scrap by monitoring material quality & equipment performance. Cooperate with other areas to continuously improve quality, machine uptime, efficiency and productivity

Annealing Helper Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Previous experience with heavy metals or similar type of manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to work with calipers, micrometers, and other types of testing equipment required
• Maintain production schedule.
• Ability to work short notice overtime or scheduled required overtime. 
• Monitor material quality including flatness, gauge, hardness, grain size and surface finish
• Ensure proper identification of coils and samples
• Achieve production throughput, yield and scrap goals

Annealing Helper Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods. Negotiate stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks and platforms. Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch. Walk over uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to production environments that are not temperature controlled.
• Manual dexterity for handling and manipulating items, samples, and tools.
• Vision abilities, including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch or manipulate items.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• 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.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.