Gearing Tech I

Bagby and Company; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Job summary

A leading electric motor manufacturer in Duluth, GA, is seeking a Gearing Technician who will be responsible for the assembly of gearboxes and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of mechanical assembly experience. The role also requires skills in using manual and power tools, with a focus on safety procedures. The company offers a competitive compensation package and a pleasant work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial gearboxes according to customer specifications.
• Perform quality tests on finished products.
• Maintain an accurate inventory and clean work environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly skills

Time management

Use of manual and power tools

Quality inspection

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

About the Role

WEG Electric Corp. has a great opportunity for a Gearing Technician to join our team in Duluth, GA. This role performs final assembly of gearboxes of all types within the WEG range while supporting the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company.

Primary Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position.
• Assemble industrial gearboxes according to customer specifications.
• Receive inbound components, check against purchase order/packing slip for accuracy, shortages and damage.
• Maintain an accurate inventory in the correct locations and organized in an orderly fashion.
• Read work orders, BOMs, and work assembly instructions including tooling layout diagrams.
• Use a forklift, pallet jack, or ladder for picking of components for assembly.
• Perform quality tests on finished products.
• Operate an industrial painting system for final painting of product.
• Work with shipping department to perform or assist with final boxing or crating of product.
• Perform analysis on returned gearboxes, repair as necessary.
• Communicate with other personnel to facilitate solutions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education

• High School diploma or GED.

Knowledge / Training

• Will be required to learn gearbox and motor assembly and testing skills.
• Preferred - Basic knowledge of mechanical assembly (bearings, shafting, gears, etc.).
• Preferred - Proficient in reading assembly prints, BOMs, and work assembly instructions.
• Required - Ability to use manual and power tools.
• Preferred - Familiar with inventory control procedures.
• Will be required to learn industrial painting operations.
• Will be required to operate a forklift (both sit down and stand up types).
• Preferred - Effective time management skills to ensure on time order delivery.
• Required - Understand and follow safety procedures.
• Required - Must be able to lift 40lbs.

Experience

• 1 to 2 years mechanical assembly experience (gearbox, power transmission, or motor assembly experience).

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more: www.weg.net.

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.