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 Grinding Operator. The Grinding Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating slitter machines while ensuring compliance with safety and customer specifications. This role requires mechanical inclination and experience in the metals industry, focusing on maintaining equipment and monitoring machine parameters to produce high-quality products. This role is located in Waterbury, CT and will be fully on-site. 

Hourly Pay Range: $25.40  - $26.40/hr plus $0.55 shift differential

Work Schedule: 3rd shift 11 PM - 7 AM

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 eperience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc. 

Grinding Operator Responsibilities:

• Comply with all safety rules and regulations.
• Follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and JSP (Job Safety Practice) documents.
• Read, understand, and follow all Work Instructions specific to the equipment.
• Detect and report faulty operations, improper material, and unusual conditions.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Set-up and operate Grinding Machines. Continually monitor material and machine parameters to assure compliance with specifications.
• Determine proper roll combinations to achieve desired shape and surface finish.
• Use electronic contact and non-contact gauges, indicators, and controls to operate machine and check lab to ensure product meets appropriate specifications.
• Move material to and from machine using the grinding cart.
• Direct the work rolls in the AS 400 to show roll IF number and the amount of time it took to grind the roll for RA, crown, and shape of the roll.
• Perform light maintenance on machines, such as checking machine coolant and changing as needed, cleaning machine each shift, and adding hydraulic oil as needed.
• Change filters as needed.
• Perform other similar or related duties or flex to other areas of the plant as required.

Grinding Operator Qualifications:

• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to maintain production records and logs.
• Employment record reflecting reliability.
• Above average attendance.
• 3-5 years' experience running Grinding Machines or other related grinding machinery.
• Ability to perform simple math, addition and subtraction.
• Familiarity with use of micrometers and calipers.
• Excellent decision-making skills and organizational ability.
• Mechanically inclined, comfort level with using small hand tools.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

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.