Modification Technician - Portland, OR

Bagby and Company; Fairview (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in Portland, OR is seeking a Modification Technician to perform in-house modifications on electric motors and ensure timely delivery to customers. You will modify motors, inspect finished work, and hand off to shipping in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and 2–4 years of related experience; familiarity with low/med voltage AC motors, SAP, and MS Office is preferred. Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with electrical motor modification and SAP preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Modify electric motors as per customer specification.
• Deliver finished product to designated shipping area.
• Processing of completed production orders and quality inspection sheets in SAP daily.
• Support the Mod Shop Lead in projects to achieve on time delivery goals.
• Perform tasks in a safe environment while using all necessary PPE.
• Complete daily equipment operation checklists.
• Complete daily cleaning assignments.

Skills

AC motors

Safety procedures

Mechanical assembly

Written procedures

Tools usage

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office

SAP

Test equipment

Materials identification

Team support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Description

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.

About The Role

WEG Electric Corp. has a great opportunity for a Modification Technician to join our team in Portland OR. This role provides in-house modifications to electric motors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Modify electric motors as per customer specification.
• Deliver finished product to designated shipping area
• Processing of completed production orders and quality inspection sheets in SAP daily.
• Support the Mod Shop Lead in projects to achieve on time delivery goals.
• Perform tasks in a safe environment while using all necessary PPE
• Complete daily equipment operation checklists
• Complete daily cleaning assignments

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Knowledge / Training

• Knowledge of low/med voltage AC motors preferred
• Understand and follow safety procedures
• Strong mechanical assembly experience
• Ability to understand and follow written procedures
• Ability to use and operate manual tools and power tools in hands-on applications
• Forklift operation experience preferred
• Ability to use Microsoft Office software
• SAP and other business software experience is preferred
• Ability to complete assigned modification jobs without assistance
• Ability to follow test equipment procedures and interpret test resultsAbility to identify physical nonconformities on AC motors
• Knowledge to properly identify materials & components for modifications
• Ability to assist fellow technicians on modifications

Experience

• 2 to 4 years of related experience

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package.

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.