Mod Center Technician II

Marathon Electric – Motors and Generators; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Electric – Motors and Generators, part of the WEG Group, seeks a Modification Technician II to complete motor and generator modification work orders and support daily material handling at the Modification Center. The role emphasizes quality inspections, strong mechanical aptitude, and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, 1–2 years in manufacturing, proficiency with ERP (Oracle) and MS Office, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong technical aptitude, knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems a plus.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical repair (wire connections, bearing installation, etc.) is required.
• 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Critical reasoning skills to identify problems and communicate issues.
• Strong computer skills (ERP system – Oracle, MS Office).
• Ability to use common pneumatic and electric tools; welding experience is a plus.
• Follow detailed instructions and prioritize problems to supervisory.
• Proven ability to meet customer and management deadlines.
• Ability to lift or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Results-oriented with process improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Pick components and move material for modifications.
• Stock and stage product.
• Package orders for shipment.
• Complete modification orders as directed by sheets and BOMs.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow 5S guidelines.
• Identify defects and report errors promptly.
• Use available software and other systems impacting performance.
• Backfill other team members as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Repair experience

Problem solving

Communication

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP: Oracle

MS Office

Pneumatic tools

Electrical tools

Welding

Job description

Since 1913, Marathon Electric has been dedicated to providing customers with quality motors and generators for targeted applications. Marathon Electric became part of WEG Group in 2024. Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric‑electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation, and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, and mining, among many others. WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 12 countries and present in more than 135 countries, WEG has more than 40,000 employees worldwide.

Marathon Electric, headquartered in Wausau, WI USA is a recognized leader in the of electric motors and generators, with global design and manufacturing locations. Marathon Electric was recently acquired by WEG, a Brazilian company, which operates worldwide in the electric engineering, power and automation technology areas. Headquartered in Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil, WEG is a leading producer of electric motors, generators, transformers, turbines, drives, and coatings.

The Sourced Product business is responsible for providing finished goods that are not manufactured in one of the North American plants. This includes product sourced with external suppliers or product manufactured in Asia. The team is also responsible for managing the Service Part offering and fulfillment for both motors and generators. We are looking for a Category Manger to join our team.

Job Description

Position Summary

As a Modification Technician II, you will be responsible for completing motor and generator modification work orders according to established instructions as well as servicing the daily material handling needs of the Modification Center for. You will be tasked with performing quality inspections on motor or generators with direction from our manufacturing plants. This position requires very strong mechanical aptitude along with a quality control‑oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and is an effective communicator. You must have problem‑solving skills and the ability to comply with all relevant safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for picking components and moving material associated with modifications.
• Responsible for stocking and staging product.
• Responsible for packaging orders for shipment.
• Responsible for completing modification orders as directed by preparation sheets and product bill of materials.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area and following departmental 5S guidelines.
• Responsible for identifying defects and reporting errors in a timely fashion.
• Utilize available software and other technical systems that impact job performance.
• Backfill other team members as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education / Experience / Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong technical aptitude, knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems a plus.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical repair (wire connections, bearing installation, etc.) required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Critical reasoning skills with the ability to identify problems and communicate the issues effectively.
• Strong computer skills (ERP system – Oracle, MS Office)
• Ability to utilize common pneumatic and electric tools required, welding experience a plus.
• Must be able to understand and follow detailed instructions, skillfully identify and prioritize problems and elevate them to supervision.
• Proven ability to successfully meet customer and management deadlines.
• Ability to continually lift or pull with a force up to 50 pounds.
• Results‑oriented, process improvement focused

Language: English (Spanish/English) a plus

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This position is done in a Warehouse environment typically indoors but may require access to outdoors for work at times. This position requires the ability to drive a forklift: Reach Truck, Order Picker and/or Turret Truck. The position requires a person to be able to frequently walk, stand, bend and twist; see, hear and talk; use fingers and hands, handle or feel controls or product; use hands and arms to reach, hold and carry product. Frequently lifting/moving up to 35 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. is required. This position also requires a person to handle different temperatures as the Warehouse is hot in the summer and cooler in the winter.

Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric‑electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others.

WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide.

WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil.

Industrial Electro‑Electronic Equipment

This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example.

Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD)

Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services.

Commercial and Appliance Motors

In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others.

Paints and Varnishes

In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro‑insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.