Mobile Equipment Operator II

About the role

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. This role is located in Granite City, IL, and will be fully on-site.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver motorized material handling equipment in accordance with company health and safety regulations.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and used in accordance with company health and safety regulations and report service requests as needed.
• Ensure equipment is properly positioned before turning it on and off or loading and unloading it.
• Safely select product with a high degree of accuracy.
• Follow direction of department leader(s).
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve company goals.
• Proficiency in material placement within color code system.
• Efficiently move and load product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.
• Ensure material collected corresponds with invoice, material weight, item number, lot number, purity, quantity, and ensure special packaging requirements are completed.
• Follow load placement procedures in shipping containers and trailers to ensure weight distribution and load patterning for safe shipping of product.
• Prepare and ensure recycled products are packaged according to carrier specifications and regulations.
• Perform routine inspection of work area to ensure sites are kept clean and safe.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Bring problems to the attention of the Supervisor, Safety, or HR.
• Follow Daily Procedures & Protocols as set forth in job orientations and training.
• Attend meetings and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation.
• Flexibility to perform General Laborer tasks as required.
• Participate daily with general housekeeping of warehouse and work area.
• Other duties assigned with 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.
• Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, gloves, full body harnesses, or other protective equipment as required.
• 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 read and understand packaging and shipping documents.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Demonstrate good judgment and ask questions as needed.
• Attentive to detail and alert at all times to ensure safety.
• Maintain safety as a high priority in all aspects of responsibility.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in operating skid steer, specifically utilizing bucket and push ram attachment.

Physical Demands

• Periods of standing, walking, negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, and platforms.
• Walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to production environments that are not temperature-controlled.
• Manual dexterity for handling and manipulating 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 of time.
• Stand for extended periods, walk, and reach with hands or arms.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life insurance, and more.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) contribution + match.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Wellness Programs: Eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions based on participation.
• Growth Opportunities: Over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $20/hr - $22/hr. The final pay offered will be based on factors such as years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Pay Schedule: Weekly.