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 Foundry Tech. The Foundry Tech will be responsible for monitoring the process of refining and casting copper. The ideal candidate will have previous foundry experience working with molten metals. This role is located in Shelbyville and will be fully on-site.

Starting Pay: $22.00/hr

Schedule: Monthly Rotating 12-hour Shifts

Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Night Shift: 6:30 PM - 6:00 AM

Pay Schedule: Weekly

Responsibilities

Foundry Technician Responsibilities:

Assisting the Casting Operator with the charging, melting, refining, and casting processes including temperature controls, sampling of metal, monitoring of fume treatment system, runway preparation, and controlling and monitoring the casting of molten copper into solid ingot form.
Safely drive forklifts to move molten metals during casts
Skim slag from surface of molten metal
Performs housekeeping functions in the foundry department including preventative maintenance, machine cleaning, and manufacturing floor cleaning safely.
Visually be able to inspect procedures and determine any issues and defects
Notify the Casting Operator and correct any defects as permissible, if possible according to specifications
Work with other departments to notify of processes that did not turn out correctly and to stop any future jobs from being affected
Follow oral and written instructions and/or directions given by supervisors to complete assigned work projects

Foundry Technician Qualifications:

Ability to bring your best self every day to safely meet and exceed production and quality standards
Must be able to work a 12-hour schedule to support our 24/7 Foundry operation
Shop Math: Understanding of basic math calculations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform duties in working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, multiple physical positions and other elements for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

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.

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