Entry-Level Winding Technician: Coil Assembly

Nidec Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation is seeking an entry‑level Winding Technician I to perform basic winding and coil assembly tasks in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes learning proper techniques, material handling, and quality requirements while contributing to production output.

Includes supervision by senior technicians and production supervisors, with on‑the‑job training to develop foundational technical skills in winding and assembly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0-1 year of manufacturing, assembly, electrical, or winding experience preferred.
• Vocational training, technical coursework, or electrical assembly exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic winding operations using manual or semi‑automatic winding equipment.
• Wind wire onto forms, cores, or bobbins per instructions.
• Assemble simple coils or sub‑assemblies as part of electrical components.
• Prepare materials for winding, including wire setup, insulation placement, and component staging.
• Assist with equipment setup and adjustment under supervision.
• Verify correct materials and job requirements prior to execution.
• Follow winding specifications, patterns, and tension guidelines.
• Inspect finished work for basic defects such as misalignment, damage, or incorrect turns.
• Report quality concerns or deviations promptly.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and machine‑safety rules.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations.
• Read and follow work instructions, travelers, or basic drawings.
• Complete required production or quality documentation.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and quality requirements.
• Use winding equipment, hand tools, and measuring devices properly.
• Perform basic care and housekeeping of tools and machines.
• Report equipment issues or malfunctions.
• Work cooperatively with other technicians, assemblers, and supervisors.
• Support meeting daily production goals and schedules.
• Assist with general assembly or production tasks as assigned.
• Learn winding techniques, materials, and electrical component basics.
• Participate in required training and skill‑development activities.
• Apply feedback to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or technical coursework

Tools

Winding equipment

Hand tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Nidec Corporation is seeking an entry‑level Winding Technician I to perform basic winding and coil assembly tasks in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes learning proper techniques, material handling, and quality requirements while contributing to production output.

Includes supervision by senior technicians and production supervisors, with on‑the‑job training to develop foundational technical skills in winding and assembly.