Assembler - 2nd Shift

Weg industrias de Venezuela, c.a.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Quarterly Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Birthday

Company provided tools

Uniforms and Safety Gear

Job summary

A leading electric machine manufacturer in Minneapolis is seeking an Assembler for the 2nd shift. The role involves assembling motors, performing quality assurance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a high school degree and mechanical aptitude with at least one year of manufacturing experience preferred. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and a full-time schedule with weekend overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work in small teams.
• Certification in overhead crane and forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble motors, generators, and drives.
• Complete necessary QA/Customer documentation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Continuous Improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team communication

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with WEG - A First Class Company!

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 47,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an impressive rate and we're looking for talented individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan. WEG offers competitive compensation, challenging and exciting career options, as well as great benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability. Read about our career opportunities below and inquire about being a member of our first-class team.

For job openings in other WEG facilities in the USA, check the list below:

Electric Machinery Company. a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Position: Assembler - 2nd Shift

Primary Objective of Position:

An Assembler is responsible for the assembly of motors, generators and drives.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Assembles rotor assembly on synchronous, induction/turbo and laminated spider jobs
• Assembles exciter rotor and stators
• Rectifier assembly, steel, glastic and turbo diode wheels.
• Final assembly of synchronous, vertical, turbo generator and induction motors.
• Other sub assembly, such as FDR Assembly (spool wound), main terminal box assembly and GDS transmitter and exciter field power supply assembly.
• Does layout, fabrication and assembly of conduit and piping.
• Arc weld assemblies and sub-assemblies
• Set up and operate balance stand, large and Static
• Engraves and places name plates and green tags equipment
• Works in other areas of the Assembly Team skills matrix, may prepare and paint product, procure lumber, shipping cartons, shipping supplies and tools. May prepare and package shipments in boxes, skids/crates.
• Completes necessary QA/Customer documentation.
• Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day-to-day work.
• Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

• High School degree or equivalent with a minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to be certified in overhead and Jib crane operation and forklift operation.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work in small teams to assemble product

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 works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
• Routinely operates machinery and power tools
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.

Skills Matrix:

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

· 1st Shift; salary range $20.00 hourly to $25.00 hourly

· 2nd Shift salary range $20.00 hourly to $25.00 hourly (plus $2.00/hour differential)

· Will compensate with experience. Position is full-time.

Pay Types$2.00 Shift Differential

Voluntary weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 2nd shift 3:30pm - 12:00am

Full-time (Union)

• 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 Short & Long Term Disability
• 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

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