Modification Technician - Portland, OR

WEG Electric Corp; Fairview (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in Portland, OR is seeking a Modification Technician to perform in-house motor modifications per customer specs. This role requires hands-on mechanical skills and the ability to follow written procedures.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of related experience, knowledge of voltage motors, and proficiency with SAP and MS Office. You will operate tools, support safety protocols, and assist the shop team to meet on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; mechanical aptitude essential.
• Knowledge of low/med voltage AC motors preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures precisely.
• Experience with SAP and MS Office helpful.

Responsibilities

• Modify electric motors per customer specifications.
• Deliver finished product to designated shipping area.
• Process production orders and quality inspection sheets in SAP daily.
• Support Mod Shop Lead in projects to meet on-time delivery goals.
• Perform tasks safely with required PPE and follow test procedures.
• Complete daily equipment operation checklists and cleaning tasks.
• Assist fellow technicians on modifications as needed.

Skills

Low/Med Voltage Motors

Mechanical assembly

Safety procedures

Written procedures

Power tools

MS Office

SAP familiarity

Team assistance

Material identification

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Forklift operation

Power tools

Job description

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 results
• Ability 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.