OIP Bushing Winder Helper

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Alamo, TN is seeking a Winder Helper to support the OIP Bushing winding area.

This entry-level role offers hands-on training alongside experienced Winders, focusing on materials, tools, and production needs while developing skills for a future Winder position. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to read assembly drawings and follow customer specifications under guidance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to learn assembly drawings, measuring devices, and winding processes through structured training.

Responsibilities

• Assist Winder Operators by preparing materials, tools, equipment, and work areas to help keep the winding process moving efficiently
• Work side by side with experienced Winders to learn the condenser bushing winding process through an apprentice-style training approach
• Support winding activities using winding machines, overhead cranes, lifting devices, hand tools, winding templates, tape measures, calipers, and other measuring devices
• Read and follow assembly drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications with guidance from trained team members
• Communicate equipment, material, quality, or process concerns to the Winder Operator, supervisor, maintenance, engineering, or quality team as needed
• Participate in continuous training to build the skills needed to progress into a Winder role
• Work safely within a team environment and follow all safety, quality, and production requirements
• Operate a computer and learn specialized programs as needed to perform job functions
• Stand and/or walk on hard surfaces for up to 12 hours per day and regularly lift or manipulate up to 35 pounds safely

Skills

Safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Learn winding process

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Winding machines

Job description

Location: Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0142072 Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: OIP Bushing Winder Helper Weekend Nights The opportunity Hitachi Energy in Alamo, TN is seeking Winder Helpers to support the OIP Bushing area. This role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn the winding process through hands-on training while working side by side with experienced Winders. Winder Helpers will support the winding process by assisting with materials, tools, equipment, and production needs while building the skills needed to progress into a Winder role.

How you’ll make an impact

• Assist Winder Operators by preparing materials, tools, equipment, and work areas to help keep the winding process moving efficiently
• Work side by side with experienced Winders to learn the condenser bushing winding process through an apprentice-style training approach
• Support winding activities using winding machines, overhead cranes, lifting devices, hand tools, winding templates, tape measures, calipers, and other measuring devices
• Read and follow assembly drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications with guidance from trained team members
• Communicate equipment, material, quality, or process concerns to the Winder Operator, supervisor, maintenance, engineering, or quality team as needed
• Participate in continuous training to build the skills needed to progress into a Winder role
• Work safely within a team environment and follow all safety, quality, and production requirements
• Operate a computer and learn specialized programs as needed to perform job functions
• Stand and/or walk on hard surfaces for up to 12 hours per day and regularly lift or manipulate up to 35 pounds safely

Your background

• High School Diploma or GED
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to learn assembly drawings, measuring devices, and winding processes through structured training
• Strong attention to safety, quality, detail, and teamwork
• Interest in developing skills toward a future Winder role

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