Maintenance Technician

Overview

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 currently has an immediate need for a Maintenance Technician to handle tasks associated with tooling maintenance, die set assembly, and modifications on stamping related processes - as well as performing preventative and predictive maintenance on these systems. This role will sit in Wieland's East Alton, IL facility. 

Starting Pay: $41.42

Schedule: Rotating/Swinging

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Responsibilities

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Work in alignment with Wieland’s core values and abide by the 8 Golden Rules of Safety.
• Collaborate with the operations department for constant improvement.
• Work with team members to achieve department goals.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned, including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system.
• Adhere to Wieland and OSHA safety procedures and job-specific safety practices; report issues to the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Follow daily procedures, work instructions, control plans, and protocols outlined during orientations and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to maintain and develop skills
• Perform general laborer tasks as required.
• Maintain daily housekeeping of the work area.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Maintenance Technician Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years’ heavy industrial/maintenance experience or an apprenticeship certification required.
• Experience with mounting and setting equipment (rigging experience desired), repairing mechanical transmission equipment, repairing fluid power systems, general equipment breakdown maintenance, and heavy equipment experience is required.
• Experience with large drive train systems including gearboxes, drive spindles, and sleeve bearings is required.
• Experience operating manual conventional lathes, boring mills, conventional mills, and all related machine shop equipment is a plus
• Experience with fabricating of light gauge guarding and repair of metal products using Mig Welders, Tig Welders, Arc Welding, or Stick Welding is a Plus
• CNC machining skills are a plus.
• Understanding of infrared, acoustics and other predictive maintenance practices is considered a plus.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including consistent use of protective gear.
• Capability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, twist, or crouch.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders to and from work areas.
• Dependable and consistent attendance.
• Availability to work mandatory OT.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Manual dexterity for handling and manipulating items, samples, and tools.
• Strong judgment and ability to ask questions when needed.
• Attention to detail and consistent alertness to ensure safety.
• Prioritization of safety in all tasks.
• Vision abilities, including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000 employees worldwide and 35 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• 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.

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