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 Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining machinery's mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. This role is located in Carol Stream and will be fully on-site. 

Starting Pay: $26.00

Responsibilities:

• Disassemble machines and take off parts for replacement or repair by using cranes, hoists, chain falls, hand tools, power tools and jacks. Put machine parts together after accomplishing maintenance and repair work
• Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety of maintenance shop and facility.
• Maintain parts and tools inventory
• Adhere to all safety policies and protocols including but limited to the Lock Out Tag Out procedures and the electrical and mechanical machine safety policies.
• Track work accurately through the maintenance tracking software, completing work orders in a timely fashion. Communicate with internal customers about status.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance work on slitting, traverse, & winding equipment as well as various other machines. Perform quality inspections on work completed.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues accurately and expeditiously.
• Physical Demands – Frequent standing, walking, stooping and use of hands to access components of machines that need attention. Occasional need to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional off hours work as required to support production needs.
• Coordinate with internal customers at Wieland locations to properly schedule planned downtime & maintenance on machinery/work order requests.
• Traveling to other facilities as needed
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• High School Degree.
• Basic mechanical aptitude as well as knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• CNC machines or slitting equipment experience preferred.
• Safety program experience is a plus, passion for safety is required.
• Self- motivated, high energy.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills.
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be detail-oriented and recognize importance of accuracy and timeliness in completing tasks.

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.