Senior/Lead Winder

Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Zephyr Wind Services in Minnesota is seeking a Senior / Lead Winder to lead rewinding, repair, and testing of three-phase electric motors and generators. The role emphasizes quality, efficiency, and technical accuracy, with you guiding the winding team and mentoring colleagues to meet customer specifications and safety requirements.

Candidates should have advanced knowledge of motor winding, strongly proven hands-on experience, the ability to read technical drawings, and a track record in

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on motor winding experience.
• Experience with three-phase motors and generators.
• Ability to independently rewind and repair a wide range of motor sizes and configurations.
• Experience in a senior, lead, or mentoring role preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory related to AC motors and generators.

Responsibilities

• Rewind, repair, and test three-phase motors and generators to meet specifications and safety standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the winding team.
• Ensure all work adheres to company standards and customer requirements.

Skills

Motor winding and repair

Leadership and mentoring

Troubleshooting

Communication and teamwork

Time management

Job description

The Senior / Lead Winder is a full-time position responsible for the rewinding, repair, and testing of three-phase electric motors and generators, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and technical accuracy. This role serves as a technical leader within the winding team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support while ensuring all work meets company standards, customer specifications, and applicable safety requirements.
Knowledge and skills:

• Advanced technical knowledge of motor winding and repair practices, including 3-phase rotor windings.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities without formal management requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize workload.

The Senior / Lead Winder is a full-time position responsible for the rewinding, repair, and testing of three-phase electric motors and generators, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and technical accuracy. This role serves as a technical leader within the winding team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support while ensuring all work meets company standards, customer specifications, and applicable safety requirements.
Knowledge and skills:

• Advanced technical knowledge of motor winding and repair practices, including 3-phase rotor windings.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities without formal management requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize workload.

Experience and Education

• Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on motor winding experience, with a strong focus on three-phase motors and generators.
• Proven ability to independently rewind and repair a wide range of motor sizes and configurations.
• Experience in a senior, lead, or mentoring role preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory related to AC motors and generators.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test results.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Experience with EASA and IEEE or similar industry standards preferred.
• Familiarity with supervisory or lead-level responsibilities without direct management duties.

Additional Postings available from Zephyr Wind Services