Electrical Product Assembler - 2nd Shift

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. seeks an Electrical Product Assembler for 2nd shift in a large-scale transformer manufacturing facility in Waukesha, WI. This hands-on role builds internal and external components, performs precision assembly, and uses cranes and forklifts to move parts safely.

You will train and develop technical skills, follow blueprints and safety protocols, collaborate across engineering and QA teams, and contribute to on-time shipments with pride in craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with heavy mechanical or electrical assembly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble transformer components per blueprints and specifications.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move large parts.
• Train new operators and maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Support quality checks and packaging for shipment.
• Collaborate with supervision, engineering and QA teams.

Skills

Hand tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Hydraulic presses

Wire cutters

Wire crimpers

Job description

Electrical Product Assembler - 2nd Shift

Final Assembly Full Time Ops/Manufacturing Waukesha, WI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3248

JOB SUMMARY

The Electrical Product Assembler position is a hands-on, heavy mechanical assembly role responsible for building internal and external components of our transformers. In this role, employees perform operations such as tightening/pressing of the internal assembly, lifting the internal assembly into the tank using a crane, installing the cover and making internal connections in a confined space, installing external components, removing components and prepping for shipment, and painting the unit. 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
• Remove components from the transformer in order to prep for shipment
  • Remove external components and accessories such as conservators, radiators, transformer monitoring equipment
  • Work in a confined space and/or at heights in order to disconnect components so they can be removed
• Prepare the unit and removed components for paint
• Run the processing equipment such as vacuum pumps and oil fill/drain systems

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
• Comfort working at heights up to 25 feet
• Work inside tanks and confined spaces
• 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.