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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 Industrial Lab Technician - Sheet Mill. The Industrial Lab Technician will be responsible for performing tests on in-process and finished material samples to ensure that materials conform to customer specifications. The technician will advise production personnel of any necessary adjustments to in-process materials and communicate out-of-specification finished material test results to technical personnel for appropriate corrective action. This role is located in Buffalo, NY and will be fully onsite. 

Base Salary Range: $26.00/hour 

Hours: Split shift (6am-4pm/4pm-2am)

May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle.  

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. 

Lab Technician Responsibilities:

• Interprets and evaluates test results in accordance with applicable standards, customer specifications, and company procedures.
• Prepare metal sample for testing by cutting to appropriate test dimensions. Sets up machinery according to requirements for each sample.  Follows ASTM metals testing procedure. 
• Selects, calibrates, and operates technical industrial equipment used in the non-destructive testing of materials according to standard procedure and instructions described in company ISO procedures.
• Completes testing, measurements, and evaluation of results for all methods of non-destructive testing including grain size, Rockwell hardness, tensile testing, conductivity, tin thickness, bend testing, and surface finish using lab equipment to ensure conformation to customer and company specifications.
• Selects appropriate tools, equipment, and technologies for operational use when preparing samples for testing.
• Tests acid, BTA concentrations, water, PH levels, and soap solutions to ensure that the levels meet company specifications. Logs results and adjusts solutions accordingly.
• Occasionally retests samples from production and technical personnel from the annealing, rolling operations, or finished packages.
• Records all material test results in the appropriate computer program.
• Prepares reports on non-destructive testing results to log into the quality system and reports to on-shift Quality Technician and/or Metallurgists when out of compliance.

Lab Technician Qualifications:

• AAS or Bachelors in a technical discipline or STEM
• 1-3 years related work experience required
• Participate in continuous improvement of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, 9001, IATF 16949 programs and procedures though active participation in the near miss program.
• Handles containerizing and labeling universal wastes including batteries and lamps, as well as spent aerosol cans(HW).

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.