Hand Winder

Job Overview

Electric motor winders are responsible for assembling and testing electric motors.

Responsibilities and Duties

·         Ability to read, comprehend, and follow multiple instructions at one time.

·         Hand insert coils into the stators.

·         Cut wires that are used for installation.

·         Connect tail wires from the coils.

·         Hand welding tail wires to the leads.

·         Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies and in line with our core values.

·         Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

·         Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

·         Ability to lift motors with the hoist.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         Effectively communicate with other employees, departments, and all levels of management.

·         Promote teamwork and foster a great team environment.

·         Computer skills required.

·         Ability to learn new process and procedures.

·         Willingness to adapt to different work situations.

·         Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

·         Excellent problem-solving skills.

·         Quality minded.

·         Dependable.

·         Above average attendance record.

·         Physical stamina to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.

·         Strong work ethic.

·         Must be able to manipulate large motors on a regular basis.

·         Physically capable of lifting up to 35 pounds, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, squatting, and standing for 8 hours shifts

·         Physically capable of lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, pushing and pulling, and standing for  8 hour periods.

·         Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

·         Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with Regal Rexnord policies  and in line with Regal Rexnord core values.

·         Manage assembly time/tasks to ensure completion of assigned projects within specified time frame.

·         While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly  stand and use hands and arms for the duration of their shift.

·         Employees must regularly lift parts up to 35 pounds.

·         Must be physically able to push/pull motors. Bending and stopping to lift items.

·         Ability to work overtime as needed

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others.

WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide.

WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil.

Our business areas are divided as follows.

Industrial Electro-Electronic Equipment
This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example.

Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD)
Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services.

Commercial and Appliance Motors
In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others.

Paints and Varnishes
In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro-insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.