Electrical Tester (High Voltage)

Electric Machinery Company

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Match

Bonus Program

Holidays

PTO

Birthday Paid

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Tools Provided

Uniforms Provided

Safety Shoes Reimbursement

Onsite Parking

Job summary

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp., in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking an Electrical Tester (High Voltage) for the 1st shift to join the Quality Team. You will set up, test and adjust items such as motors and high‑voltage equipment, read specs and drawings, and prepare data sheets and reports for internal and external customers.

The position requires a high school diploma, strong teamwork, good communication, and adherence to ISO 9001 and OSHA standards; benefits include

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced certificate/degree in related field desired.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated.
Must be able to work with a team and independently; good oral and written communications.

Responsibilities

Set up, test and adjust test items such as motors, generators, control equipment and power apparatus to meet specifications.
Read information from production orders, engineering data sheets, process specs and drawings.
Prepare data sheets, test plans and reports for internal and external customers.
Use testing apparatus and measure instruments to collect, analyze data for compliance.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Advanced certificate/degree in related field desired

Job description

Description

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN

Position: Electrical Tester (High Voltage) - 1st Shift

Team: Quality Team

Primary Objective of Position:

A Tester provides validated product performance data by performing test setup, operation, troubleshooting, calibration and reporting. Internally we refer to this position as a Tester.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Set up, connect, test and adjust test items such as motors, generators, control equipment and specifically designed power apparatus to meet IEEE, API, NEMA and other product specifications.
Read information pertaining to apparatus to be tested, such as production order, engineering data sheets, process specifications, test specifications, and drawings.
Prepare data sheets, test plans and reports electronically to meet internal and external customer requirements.
Use auxiliary testing apparatus such as pony brakes, generators, voltmeters, ammeters, dynamometers, driving motors, tachometers, meggers and high-pot equipment.
Check machines for common defects before setup and, if found, reports to supervisor for proper disposition.
Connect test unit through necessary meters, generators, shunts, instrument transformers, resistors, reactors or other apparatus as required.
Collect, record and analyze data for comparison to specification.
Mechanical setup, test and dynamic balance of components.
Performs electrical in-process verification of compliance to specifications.
Calibrates and maintains electrical test equipment including development of electronic databases, standards, work instructions and procedures.
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.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced certificate/degree in related field desired.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated.
Must be able to work with a team and independently.
Good oral and written communications skills.
Ability to effectively partner and communicate with external and internal customers at all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements:

Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.
Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
Occasionally 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.
Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
Occasionally operates machinery and power tools.
Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Full-time (Union)

Skills Matrix:

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

Pay:

$22-28/hr

Voluntary weekday and weekend overtime.

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

Benefits