Chase Brass Waterbury , CT 06701
Posted 5 days ago
Overview
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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 Slitter Operator to set-up and operate slitter machines and continually monitor materials and machine parameters to assure compliance with safety and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined - metals industry is a plus! This position will be located at our Wieland Thin Strip facility in Waterbury, CT.
Starting Pay: $25/hr.
Schedule: 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift
Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly
Responsibilities
Slitter Operator Responsibilities:
Set-up and operate slitter machines
Operate rewind equipment, core cutter, saws, etc.
Use electronic contact and non-contact gauges, indicators, and controls to operate machine and check product
Move material to and from machine using forklifts, transporters, cranes, pallet jacks
Direct the work of one or more operators to maximize machine uptime, quality, and productivity
Detect and report faulty operations, improper material and unusual conditions
Perform light maintenance on machines, such as changing and cleaning work rolls, intermediate rolls, and bearings
Comply with all safety rules and regulations
Follow PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and JSP (Job Safety Practice) documents
Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition
Check material for proper gauge, surface finish, or other properties and communicate with metrology lab to ensure product meets appropriate specifications
Perform other similar or related duties or flex to other areas of the plant as required
Slitter Operator Qualifications:
3-5 years' experience running coil slitters, inline-weld multi-head traverse winding or other related machinery
Mechanically inclined, comfort level with using small hand tools
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Ability to read and write English
Ability to maintain production records and logs
Ability to perform simple math, addition and subtraction
Familiarity with use of micrometers and calipers
Excellent decision making skills and organizational ability
Qualifications
Joining Wieland's team gives you…
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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