What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer - Foundry position at Wieland?
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 General Laborer. The General Laborer - Casting Crew, Melter, and Blast Booth supports daily manufacturing and production operations by performing a variety of manual and operational tasks. This role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized work environment while assisting skilled operators and production teams as needed. This role is located in South Gate, CA and will be fully on-site.
Hourly Pay Range: $19.25 - $20.00
Work Schedule:
- Night Shift: 4PM - 4AM
- Will need to start on day shift for training : 4AM-4PM until ready to shift to nights
Pay Schedule: weekly
At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.
Responsibilities
General Laborer Responsibilities:
- Assist with general production, material handling, and shop floor support activities
- Load, unload, move, and stage materials, parts, and finished products
- Perform basic cleaning, housekeeping, and organization of work areas
- Support machine operators and production personnel with setup, teardown, and routine tasks
- Conduct visual inspections of materials and finished products to ensure quality standards
- Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and work instructions
- Report on safety concerns, equipment issues, or quality problems to supervisors
- Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations
General Laborer Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Prior manufacturing or industrial experience a plus, but not required
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and teamwork
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, and industrial equipment
- Manufacturing and production facility - may require working multiple shifts, overtime, or weekends based on business needs
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- 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.
Salary : $19 - $20