Lead Assembly Technician

Balance Staffing - Stockton; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Balance Staffing - Stockton seeks a seasoned Lead Active Part Assembly Technician to oversee the active part assembly of liquid-filled distribution transformers, following engineering drawings and process requirements.

You will guide coil positioning, upper yoke assembly, insulation wedging, and internal lead connections, while helping ramp up operations, train staff, and maintain workmanship standards and assembly integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in active part assembly or related manufacturing roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead active part assembly operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers according to drawings and work instructions.
• Position and secure coils to the transformer core, perform upper yoke assembly, and install insulation materials.
• Verify fit-up and assembly readiness, support standard work development, and drive process discipline.
• Route, secure, and connect internal coil leads with proper routing and conformance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Lead Active Part Assembly Technician is responsible for leading active part assembly operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, process requirements, and quality standards.

The main focus of this role includes positioning and securing coils to the core, upper yoke assembly, coil wedging using specialized insulation materials, and connection of internal coil leads required to complete the active part assembly.

This position is intended for experienced manufacturing personnel who will serve as part of the seed team during facility ramp-up, supporting process stabilization, operator training, equipment readiness, and production quality. The role is expected to lead workmanship standards, reinforce assembly discipline, and support consistent execution of active part assembly operations.

Active Part Assembly Operations

• Lead active part assembly operations for liquid-filled distribution transformers in accordance with engineering drawings, bills of material, and work instructions
• Position and secure coils to the transformer core using approved methods, tools, fixtures, and assembly practices
• Perform upper yoke assembly, including installation and alignment of the top section of the core after coils have been placed over the core limbs
• Install coil wedges and specialized insulation materials required to secure coils against the core and maintain assembly stability
• Verify active part fit-up, alignment, and assembly readiness throughout the build process
• Support development and refinement of standard work and best practices for active part assembly operations during ramp-up

Internal Lead Connection

• Route, position, secure, and connect internal coil leads in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions
• Verify lead placement, routing, clearances, and connection conformance throughout the active part assembly process
• Ensure internal lead connections are completed in a manner that supports assembly integrity, insulation protection, and downstream manufacturing requirements
• Identify lead‑routing or connection issues and take corrective action in accordance with standard procedures

Quality Control & Inspection

• Inspect core components, coils, insulation materials, wedges, leads, hardware, and related materials prior to use for condition, completeness, and conformance
• Verify coil positioning, upper yoke alignment, wedging condition, lead routing, and overall active part assembly integrity throughout the build process
• Perform in-process dimensional and visual checks using standard measurement and inspection tools in accordance with work instructions
• Identify defects such as poor fit-up, damaged insulation, improper wedging, lead-routing issues, missing hardware, or non-conforming assembly conditions and take corrective action
• Accurately log production data, material traceability, and quality yields into the ERP or production tracking system
• Identify recurring assembly or quality issues and support corrective actions to improve consistency and reduce rework

Material Handling

• Safely handle cores, coils, active part components, insulation materials, wedges, leads, hardware, and related materials using appropriate lifting or handling equipment
• Use overhead cranes, hoists, fixtures, and other approved devices as required
• Stage materials and assembly aids to support efficient workflow while maintaining organization and traceability

Tools, Equipment & Workplace Standards

• Use hand tools, power tools, fixtures, assembly aids, and related equipment required for active part assembly operations
• Perform routine equipment and tool checks and report issues as needed
• Support troubleshooting of equipment, tooling, or process issues as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with company standards

Training & Team Support

• Support training and qualification of new operators during factory ramp-up
• Share active part assembly best practices, workmanship expectations, and quality standards with team members
• Assist supervisors in identifying process gaps, training needs, and improvement opportunities
• Interface with upstream winding, core preparation, and downstream tanking/final assembly operations as required by production flow

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• 5+ years