Core and Coil Assembler - 3rd Shift

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking an MP/LP Core and Coil Assembler to build transformer components. The role includes placing core laminations, positioning coils with an overhead crane, and crimping insulated copper cables.

This hands-on position requires training, a strong work ethic, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards while following blueprints and specifications.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred experience in heavy mechanical or electrical assembly, manufacturing, or power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Uphold safety protocols and wear proper PPE.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas (5S).
• Collaborate with team members, leads, engineering, quality and planning.
• Follow blueprints, BOMs and specifications for precise assembly.
• Receive assignments from supervisor and execute instructions.
• Set up and use overhead cranes and hydraulic equipment to assemble components.
• Crimp and insulate copper connections; land coils into cores with a crane.
• Operate forklifts to move parts and assemblies.
• Assist in training new operators.
• Ensure high standards of craftsmanship and safety.

Skills

Hand tools

Cranes

Powered industrial vehicles

Hydraulic presses

Wire cutters

Wire crimpers

Mechanical aptitude

Spatial awareness

Attention to detail

Team communication

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma

Experience in heavy mechanical or electrical assembly

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Hydraulic press

Hand tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The MP/LP Core and Coil Assembler position is a hands‑on, heavy mechanical assembly role responsible for building the internal components of our transformers. In this role, employees perform operations such as manually placing core steel laminations, positioning coils using an overhead crane, pressing coils with hydraulic equipment, and crimping insulated copper cables. Team members in this position are expected to train, develop their technical skills, and demonstrate proficiency in all assigned tasks while upholding the highest standards of safety, craftsmanship, and professionalism - all with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety: Uphold all safety protocols and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment
• 5S: Maintain clean, organized work areas
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members, team leads, engineering, quality assurance departments, and other functions as required
• Precision & Quality: Follow blueprints, bills of material and specifications to ensure exact alignment, spacing and assembly of components
• Receive assignments and instructions from supervisor - both verbal and written.
• Complete specific contamination control and cleanliness maintenance procedures such as vacuuming, performing magnetic sweeps, and cleaning other items
• Train new operators
• Utilize overhead cranes to lift large components, fabrications, and assemblies
• Utilize forklifts or other powered industrial vehicles to move parts/assemblies throughout manufacturing facility
• Set‑up stacking table and install core set‑up components
• Land coils into a core (E‑Assemble) using a crane
• Crimp & insulate copper to copper connections
• Land large copper coils onto transformer core using an overhead crane, coil lifting equipment, and various hand tools
• Assemble rigging structure with overhead crane and hand tools, and utilize hydraulic pressing equipment to apply pressure to coils
• Place large core steel laminations into position using an overhead crane and place onto the top of the core.
• Install remaining core components utilizing crane, common hand tools, torque wrenches and other specific tooling
• Upend and lift core off stacking table and move to next step in the process

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficiency with hand tools, cranes, powered industrial vehicles, hydraulic presses, wire cutters, wire crimpers, and other industrial tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and spatial awareness
• Attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex technical drawings
• Team‑orientated mindset with strong communication skills
• Commitment to safety, precision, craftsmanship

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Prior experience in heavy mechanical or electrical assembly, manufacturing, or power equipment

Key Working Relationships

• Collaboration with production supervisors, team leads, engineering, quality and planning

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, pushing, lifting, and working at heights; occasionally confined space work

Working Conditions

• Large-scale manufacturing facility for high‑voltage power transformers

Prolec‑GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.