Armature Winder - 2nd shift

About the role

An Armature Winder performs the setup, layout, winding, connecting, testing and troubleshooting of electrical AC or DC rotating equipment. This position is part of the Winding Team and works within the Winding Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Winding Team.

Responsibilities

• Wind stators and rotors to Engineering specifications according to documented procedures
• Perform layout operations from armature winding specifications and engineering instructions
• Assemble temperature sensing devices per engineering and process requirements
• Measure, order, configure and insert slot insulation
• Braze or solder connections using torches, solder irons, tinning pots or induction brazing equipment
• Insulate connections, lashings studs and lashing rings according to process requirements
• Layout and connect phase groups per Armature Winding process specifications
• Layout sample coils, form connections to tooling guides, lift, turn, sand, tape, paint and transport turbo half coils
• Layout, install, connect, insulate and lug main stator leads
• Perform in-process electrical test during winding and assist during final inspection of stators or rotors
• Perform turbo rotor winding operations including: making armature leads, set up and winding of rotor, hanging pressing fixtures and baking rotor, troubleshooting electrical problems, insulating retaining rings, removing and installing retaining rings, assemble and fit permanent blocking and initiating established repair procedures
• Perform exciter rotor winding both random and formed coil operations including: interpreting winding schematics, layout, insulate, wind, connect, band and troubleshooting electrical problems
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, processes, and bills of materials
• Work in other areas of the Winding Team skills matrix, such as coil taping, coil manufacturing, VPI, and pole winding
• Demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day-to-day work
• Perform to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abide by OSHA and EPA regulations

Requirements

• High School degree (required)
• 1 year of manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Ability to be certified in overhead crane, Jib crane and forklift operation
• Math skills required to compute cross sectional areas for wire splices

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs
• Routinely ascends/descends ladders and stairs
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms
• Occasionally positions self in various work spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks

Skills Matrix

The Armature Winder position is part of the Winding Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Winding Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Winding Team.

Pay

• 2nd Shift salary range: $20.00–$24.00 per hour (plus $2.00/hour shift differential)
• Compensation based on experience
• Voluntary weekend overtime: Saturday paid at time and a half, Sunday paid at double time

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 2nd shift: 3:30 pm – 12:00 am
• Full-time (Union)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
• 401K with Match (1st of the month following hire)
• Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
• Company paid Holidays (13)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
• $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
• Company provided tools
• Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Secure, onsite free parking

Company cannot provide sponsorship for this position. No agencies, please.