OVERVIEW: With a primary focus on winding responsibilities, the Manufacturing Technician/Winder performs an array of general production functions in the manufacture of Ideal products, including but not limited to, rotor & pole winding, assembly, press operation, and spot welding. This full-time role is based in Mansfield, Ohio, working closely with and reporting to, the Production Supervisor.

IDEAL ELECTRIC CONFORMANCE STATEMENT

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

Represent the company with respect by conducting business in a professional and ethical manner
Interact professionally and respectfully with customers, suppliers, and other employees
Complete assigned work in compliance with policies and procedures, and within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; when required, record and maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed
Apply job knowledge and safety and quality training in all aspects of work
Closely adhere to safety and security standards and procedures
Work effectively as a team contributor and, work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
Provide world-class customer service and customer-facing skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work from instructions, shop orders, drawings, charts, diagrams, specifications, schematics, and bills of materials
Insulate, cold press, and/or heat coils as required, wind and connect stators, armatures, and rotors
Install collectors or commutators, making proper connections
May be required to install equalizers, wire or bar wound
Install heat detectors and repair faulty heat detectors as required
Remove coils and connections from wound stators
Interpret specifications and diagrams, inspect and clean slots, properly block and tape coil ends
Tin, solder, braze, clip, crimp, and assemble connections according to Engineering diagrams
Clean, form, plate and install bus bar and terminals
Install lead cleats, and drill and tap as necessary
Test for continuity, shorts, grounds, resistance, drop, surge, and hi-pot
May repair torn, broken, or cracked insulation on leads or coils
Assemble platforms for connecting
Obtain parts and supplies necessary for the work being performed
Ability to operate soldering equipment, hand torch, ovens, induction heating equipment, bus bar formers, pedestal grinder, belt sander, cold presses, precision gages and measuring equipment, portable power tools, jigs, fixtures, jacks, marking machine, powered hoist, electrical testing equipment and hand tools, power press, hand and power shears, glass bead machine, and band saw.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

High School Diploma or certified equivalent
Minimum two years of experience working in a heavy manufacturing environment
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Analytical thinking, problem-solving capability, and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to read and understand prints, use logic, and troubleshoot problems
Teamwork approach with excellent communication skills
Experience operating various manufacturing equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes is helpful
Experience with large motors, generators, and rotating equipment is helpful

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS

Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40 hour minimum. Overtime as required, subject to production schedules and may vary based upon specific department and customer needs.
Regular exposure to uncured epoxy resin adhesives. Full PPE (nitrile gloves, sleeves, eye protection) and engineering controls provided; strict adherence to safety protocols is required to prevent allergic contact dermatitis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

is regularly required to listen/hear, talk, read, and count

is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and enter small and/or confined spaces
is occasionally required to sit, climb, and/or balance
must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding to heights of 20 feet with regularity
must be able to exhibit specific vision abilities required by this job which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

** ADDITIONAL JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Although rare, occasional travel may be necessary in this position. In such cases, the employee may be required to:

obtain and maintain a valid passport and US-issued driver's license
maintain a driving record that is acceptable for coverage under the company's insurance plan

BENEFITS

Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefits package:
Life insurance
Group health insurance, including Health Savings Account option
Dental & vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid time off
Ten paid holidays/year

DISCLOSURES
Ideal Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. Ideal Electric is a drug-free workplace. This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Management reserves the right to assign, reassign, or change duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice.

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