Skilled Machinist

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 Skilled Machinist. This position is responsible for operating and setting up a variety of machines on fairly complicated work to close tolerances. May perform setups for other operators and trains on set standards and company policies. This position calls up programs and performs manual data input. Makes minor modifications to programs as required with approval and direction of engineering and/or management/supervisors. This role is located in Lake Zurich, IL and will be fully on-site.

Starting Pay: $27/hour

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Pay Schedule: Weekly

Skilled Machinist Responsibilities:

* Perform advanced setup operations (aerospace, new product, etc.), adjust and check out programming and operate numerically controlled machine tools to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specification requiring a high degree of skill
* Troubleshoot issues prior to getting engineering department involved
* Able to setup and run all machines on Production floor
* Train others on setup and running of CNC machines
* Measure close tolerances and train others on proper measuring as this position is a Certified First Piece Inspector PLUS all functions of CNC Operator & Advanced CNC Operator:
* Stack/unload product per instructions and any other material handling as stated
* Effectively communicate with co-workers and management
* Production quantity entered accurately in ERP system
* Accurately input job data per MBP MMS requirements
* Accurately measure part per inspection requirements, utilizing various gaging and metrology equipment
* Participate in any team activity as needed
* Be seen as a "go-to" person to get work accomplished

Skilled Machinist Qualifications:

* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
* Good written and verbal communication
* Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
* Knowledge of basic mathematics
* Advanced blueprint reading
* Advanced understanding of GD&T
* Proper measuring techniques with a variety of gages
* Knowledge of ferrous and/or non-ferrous materials
* Strong mechanical aptitude

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.