Slitter Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

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 is hiring a 1st Shift Slitting Assistant . The Slitting Assistant will be responsible for all tasks that support the production of material. This includes packaging/handling, warehouse organization, and transportation of material as well as tasks associated with the operation of tinning and slitting machines as determined by the operations supervisor and manager.  This role is located in Waterbury, CT and will be fully on-site. 

Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday- Friday 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)

Responsibilities

Slitting Assistant Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing all tasks safely and identifying hazards in the production environment.
• Responsible for being familiar with and adhering to all Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Responsible for upholding any and all standards set forth by the management team. 
• Assist in slitting and/or tinning operational needs.
• Supply operators material and supplies as needed. 
• Assist in organizing and maintaining the warehouse area.
• Responsible for packing material in accordance with customer specifications as well as QA Alerts or posted best practices.
• Responsible for machine specific or situational duties as assigned by the Operations Supervisor or Manager.
• Responsible for keeping work area clean. 

Slitting Assistant Responsibilities-Forklift:

• Responsible for the safe operation of Sit Down (9K+Capacity) forklifts.

Slitting Assistant Qualifications:

• Previous experience with Sit Down Forklifts.
• Competent in the use of banders, hand tools, all other tools associated with the job. 
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, posted notices and QA Alerts. 
• Commitment to established values and culture of WMS. 
• Full compliance with all Company Policies and Procedures, i.e., Safety, PPE, Attendance, Dress Code., etc. 

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits -  Starting on Day 1!  Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Gainsharing Program
• 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!
• 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.