Slitter Operator

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 Slitter Operator. The Slitter Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating the slitting machine from the machine console and rewind stands, along with all traverse winder stands and associated material-handling equipment in the Finishing Department, with the assistance of a teammate (Operator 1). Maintains the production schedule by performing set-ups, handling materials, processing product, and monitoring equipment during operation. Follows the priority of orders in the WFS (Wieland Factory Suite) manufacturing computer system to ensure all orders are completed on time, while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency standards. This role is located in Wheeling, IL and will be fully on-site. 

Hourly Pay Range: $21/hr - $25/hr

Work Schedule: 1st Shift 6 AM - 2 PM

Pay Schedule: Biweekly

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. 

Slitter Operator Responsibilities:

• Work independently and as part of a team with safety as the number one priority. Properly follow all company and OSHA safety procedures and report concerns to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Perform routine inspections of the work area to ensure proper housekeeping. Check the WFS computer for order priorities, locate material, and notify logistics when material is ready for loading onto the machine.
• Using the CamB computer program and WFS priorities, build set-ups as required for current and future production orders. Check samples using the MMS computer in the QC Lab.
• Operate and monitor slitting and winding equipment. Collect a second set of samples at the end of each coil and verify using the MMS computer in the QC Lab.
• Clear the machine of scrap material and install the next set-up onto the slitter arbor.
• Interrupt machine operation if a safety, quality, or mechanical issue arises.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and pallet jacks (motorized and manual). Crosstrain in other areas of the Finishing Department as needed.
• Maintain 5S standards and support continuous improvement efforts. Ensure 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 continuously improve quality, machine uptime, efficiency, and productivity.
• Review WFS orders and priorities, locate materials, and load the correct coils onto the machine.
• Retrieve and apply the correct machine parameters using the winder database and program equipment accordingly.
• Run material through the machine onto reels and weld the end of one coil to the beginning of the next as required.
• Remove completed reels and prepare the machine for the next job, including installing empty reels.

Slitter Operator Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in heavy metals or similar manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to maintain the production schedule and meet throughput, yield, and scrap goals.
• Ability to monitor material quality, including flatness, gauge, hardness, grain size, and surface finish.
• Ensure proper identification of coils and samples.
• Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, and other testing equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a positive attitude.

 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.