Laborer III

About the role

The Laborer III position at Wieland is located in Granite City, IL and is fully on-site. The hourly pay range is $18/hr - $20/hr, with the pay schedule being weekly.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trainer for any new employees in the Laborer I or II roles.
• Aids in training staff in all aspects of equipment operation, production requirements, material, and equipment technology.
• Reviews and explains work.
• Explains company procedures and processes.
• Sorts and organizes metal material into bins, boxes, or bags.
• Operates and observes machines that are chopping and separating metals.
• Sorts material by hand at the shredder, shaker table, or other machines.
• Dismantles metal by use of hand tools or other mechanical means.
• Experience working in two or more departments.
• Demonstrate ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to work without supervision and accomplish tasks provided.
• Performs routine inspection of the work area to ensure proper housekeeping.
• Follows company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Bring problems to the attention of the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Follows Daily Procedures & Protocols as set forth in job orientations and training.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ask questions as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve department goals.
• Willingness to follow direction of department leader(s).
• Other duties assigned with flexibility to work in other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual work requires periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations - Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• Hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, gloves, full body harnesses, or other protective equipment as required by the location and work performed.
• Some tasks may require work in confined spaces.
• Use of a respirator may be required for certain tasks.
• Must be medically cleared, fit-tested, and qualified to wear a respirator when applicable.
• Must maintain appropriate personal grooming to ensure an effective respirator seal.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Attentive to detail and alert at all times to ensure safety.
• Maintains safety as high priority in all aspects of responsibility.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

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.