Slitting Operator

Wieland is hiring a Slitting Operator . The Slitting Operator will be responsible for production of slitting operation to meet or exceed customer specifications at an acceptable productivity level. With safety at the forefront, this person will train for 8 weeks. After 8 weeks of training as a helper at either slitting line, the employee must complete High Risk Training to graduate to "A Rate" General Labor Pool and start to earn the bonus.

About Wieland North America, Inc.

• 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 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 .
• Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.

Responsibilities

• Floater / General Labor Pool / General Helper Responsibilities: Comply with all safety regulations while in the plant.
• Comply with the Wieland Heyco Quality System and work instruction documents.
• Process metal through the slitting operation and run a slitting crew based on the schedule.
• To review the mill card prior to processing in order to understand the requirements of slitting material.
• To set up the assigned equipment and slit the material in accordance with the work instructions located at the equipment site.
• To complete all quality checks and to enter the required information onto the mill card and slitting evaluation form.
• To assist the general mill hand in maintaining a smooth flow of production.
• Complete all quality checks and to enter the required information onto the mill card.
• Comply with the Heyco Quality System at all times during processing.
• Keep the work area clean.
• General Mill Hand/ General Labor Pool- Class C Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanically and mathematically inclined.
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, gripping Frequent walking.
• Some lifting and carrying short distances (40 lbs) Manual dexterity needed to perform activities.
• Assist the operator process with the customer order to completion from the mill card specifications

Requirements

• Able to use the computer operations.
• Able to learn how to read a micrometer.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform computations.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally.

Pay

8 weeks of paid training on first shift at $23.33/hour Boost your pay: After training, enter the bonus pool, earning $4.00+ more per hour

Benefits

• Manufacturing Plant License - Fork Lift License and Crane Certification Qualifications 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.
• We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone.
• Growth opportunities are limitless!
• 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 .

This role is located in Reading, PA and will be fully on-site.

Shift options

2nd shift 11:00 pm - 7:00 am (+$1.75/hr) Career path: Opportunity to bid on other operator roles

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.