Mobile Equipment Operator I

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper-alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution, serving industries such as power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction, refrigeration, and electronics.

About the role

The Mobile Equipment Operator I will operate sit-down forklifts and other material-handling equipment in a fast-paced warehouse distribution environment. This fully on-site role is located in Granite City, IL.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver motorized material-handling equipment in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
• Maintain and inspect equipment; report service requests as needed.
• Ensure equipment is properly positioned before turning it on/off or loading/unloading.
• Accurately select and move product with a high degree of precision.
• Follow direction from department leaders and collaborate with team members to achieve department goals.
• Efficiently load product from staging/storage areas into trailers.
• Perform routine inspections of work areas to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Adhere to company and OSHA safety procedures; report problems to supervisors, safety, or HR.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols established during job orientation and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation.
• Perform general labor tasks as required and assist with daily warehouse housekeeping.
• Flexibility to work in other departments as needed.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to forklift operations.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and full-body harnesses.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and use respirators when required (medical clearance, fit-testing, and qualification required).
• Maintain appropriate personal grooming to ensure an effective respirator seal.
• Ability to read and understand packaging and shipping documents.
• Dependable attendance and consistency in meeting scheduled shifts.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ask questions as needed.
• Attentive to detail and alert at all times to ensure safety.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of responsibility.

Physical Demands

• Periods of standing, walking, negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, and platforms.
• Walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to non-temperature-controlled production environments.
• Manual dexterity for handling items, samples, and tools.
• Vision abilities, including close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to stand, balance, walk, and reach for extended periods.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Sit for extended periods.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, or manipulate items.
• Stoop, reach, kneel, twist, and walk while handling cases of product.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Pay

Hourly pay range: $18/hr – $20/hr, based on experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, and qualifications. Pay is issued weekly.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) contribution with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Wellness programs with healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Growth opportunities across 40+ North American locations and 9,000+ global employees.