Traction Motor Winder

FLANDERS Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

FLANDERS Inc. in Evansville, IN is seeking a Traction Motor Winder to join our manufacturing team. The role involves winding, rewinding, inspection, and repair of traction motor windings to meet engineering specs and safety standards.

Responsibilities include preparing components, applying coatings, testing windings, reading diagrams, and maintaining quality records. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant training or experience in electrical winding.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical or vocational training in electrical winding or electromechanical repair preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or repair.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks within a shift.
• Strong safety awareness in manufacturing environments.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Clean, inspect, and prepare cores, stators, armatures, and other motor components for rewinding.
• Wind coils using hand winding, coil winding machines, or form coil techniques per specifications.
• Apply insulation, varnish, and protective coatings to windings.
• Use precision measuring tools to ensure correct dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Perform electrical testing of windings including resistance, insulation, and hi-pot testing.
• Read and interpret winding diagrams, electrical schematics, and manuals.
• Maintain winding records and documentation for quality control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety practices

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical winding or electromechanical repair training

Tools

Precision winding equipment

Job description

Our team is looking for Traction Motor Winders for our Evansville, IN operations! The Traction Motor Winder is responsible for winding, rewinding, and repairing the coils of traction motors. This role involves inspecting electrical windings and performing precision rewinding work in compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards. We currently have 4 spots available in this role!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Clean, inspect, and prepare cores, stators, armatures, and other motor components for rewinding.
• Wind coils using hand winding, coil winding machines, or form coil techniques according to specifications.
• Apply insulation, varnish, and protective coatings to completed windings.
• Use precision measuring tools and instruments to ensure correct dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Perform electrical testing of windings including resistance, insulation, and hi-pot testing.
• Read and interpret winding diagrams, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Operate ovens, dip tanks, and other equipment for baking or curing windings.
• Maintain winding records and documentation for quality control.
• Comply with all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in electrical winding or electromechanical repair preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or repair
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks within the shift
• Good understanding of safety practices in a manufacturing environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality