Tool & Die Technician

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 currently has an immediate need for a Tool & Die Technician to handle tasks associated with tooling maintenance, die set assembly, and modifications on stamping related processes - as well as performing preventative and predictive maintenance on these systems. This role will sit in Wieland's East Alton, IL facility.

Starting Pay: $44.81

Schedule: Rotating/Swinging

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

Responsible for setting up and configuring stamping presses with the appropriate dies and tooling, ensuring proper material feed, and performing quality checks to produce accurate metal components according to production specifications, while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system
• Work together with, and sometimes, lead the operating crew to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
• Responsible for deciding how a mechanical repair is to proceed and will perform quality repairs timely and accurately.
• Work with the production team to constantly improve production and maintenance processes.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on the stamping presses, including lubrication, cleaning, and checking for wear and tear.
• Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and report more complex issues to maintenance supervision.
• Complete assigned tasks associated with tooling maintenance, die set assembly, and modifications on stamping-related processes; including preventative and predictive maintenance on these systems.

Maintenance Technician Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; 2-year college degree in Machine Shop preferred
• Previous experience as a stamping press set-up/operator or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Tool & Die Experience working on Progressive Dies is preferred.
• Experience operating manual conventional lathes, conventional mills, surface grinders, and all related machine shop equipment is required.
• Knowledge of different types of stamping dies and their applications.
• Minimum of five years industrial/maintenance machinist experience OR a four-year apprenticeship certification (Machinist or Tool & Die Maker required)
• Experience in press repair and general equipment breakdown maintenance is preferred but not required
• Understanding of Predictive Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance practices is a plus

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 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• 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.