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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 is hiring a Material Handler. The Material Handler will be responsible for ensuring all goods being shipped or received are in good condition and according to all received documentation. To create safe and organized walkways and storage locations for the use of everyday items. This role is located in Wheeling,IL and will be fully on-site.

Starting Pay: $19 shift differential

Shift Schedule: Sunday- Thursday 10pm-6am

Training Schedule: 10am-6pm (3 months)

Material Handler Responsibilities:

Loads, unloads and moves material within plant, performing any combination of duties: reads work orders or follows verbal instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Opens containers, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools.
• Lifts material with overhead crane or hand jack to various machines or places in the plant.
• Sometimes uses a forklift to move parts from one division to another.
• Cuts smaller tubes when time is available for shipping to specific customers.

• Cleaning and organizing pre-material and finished areas for safe walkways and good housekeeping.
• Perform routine inspections on crane chains and straps and ropes.
• Report any damages from incoming or outgoing trucks.
• Comply with all policies and environmental standards.
• Report all incidents immediately (including near misses)

• Other tasks as assigned

Material Handler Qualifications:

• High school diploma (preferred)
• 3 years' experience (preferred)
• Forklift certification
• Must be able to read Bill of Ladings and packing lists and verify accurately what is being shipped/received according to these documents
• Involves periods of, standing, walking, and negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks and platforms in hot or cold production environment on slippery surfaces for the purpose of directing operations and evaluating situations.
• Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., safety glasses, electro static discharge jacket, ear plugs, etc.)
• Occasionally lift up to 50lbs Maximum

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! 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!
• 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.