Wind Turbine Assembler - 1st shift

WEG Electric Corp; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Match

$6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program

Company provided tools

Uniforms, Safety Shoes & Glasses

Secure, onsite free parking

Job summary

A leading electric machinery company in Minneapolis is looking for a Wind Turbine Assembler for the 1st shift. This full-time role involves assembling components using pneumatic and power tools while ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should possess a high school degree or equivalent manufacturing experience and strong mechanical aptitude. Benefits include medical coverage, 401K match, and tuition reimbursement. Candidates must be able to comply with safety regulations and work efficiently within a team.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential for assembling components.
• Familiarity with standard power and hand tools is required.
• Ability to be certified in overhead and jib crane operation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble front and rear nacelles using mechanical skills.
• Operate manufacturing equipment with a focus on safety.
• Interpret schematics to accurately assemble components.

Skills

Strong Mechanical Aptitude

Familiarity with standard power and hand tools

Ability to effectively communicate and work in small teams

Ability to read and follow written instructions in English

Education

High School degree or GED

Tools

Pneumatic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Career Opportunities with WEG Electric Corp

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Careers At WEG Electric Corp

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp. Minneapolis, Minnesota

Position: Wind Turbine Assembler - 1st Shift

Team: Wind

Primary Objective of Position

A Wind Turbine Assembler / Mechanical Technician plays a crucial role in the assembly of front and rear nacelles. In this position, you will be tasked with assembling fabricated parts at designated floor stations. Utilize your skills in handling mechanical components and employ a variety of pneumatic hand tools and power tools to construct high-quality nacelle units efficiently.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Operate manufacturing equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.
• Efficiently assemble components utilizing both hand and power tools.
• Interpret schematics, drawings and work orders to accurately assembly components.
• Follow process, work instructions and shop standards ensuring parts are assembled properly by design and sequence.
• Achieve production standards for various tasks within the allotted time frame.
• Handling of materials by lifting, positioning, and/or removing them from the work area as needed using jib cranes, fork trucks, and overhead cranes.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day-to-day work.
• Tests, inspects and completes necessary Quality and Customer documentation to ensure they meet our quality standards.alue
• Collaborate with fellow Wind Team members to construct the final product.
• Works in other areas of the Wind Team skills matrix, may prepare and paint product, procure lumber, shipping cartons, shipping supplies and tools. May prepare and package shipments in boxes, skids/crates.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day-to-day work.
• Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities

• High School degree or GED or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Familiarity with standard power and hand tools.
• Ability to be certified in overhead and Jib crane operation and forklift operation.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work in small teams to assemble product
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Routinely ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
• Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate hand and power tools.
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.
• 1st Shift salary range $18.00 hourly to $23.00 hourly
• Will compensate with experience. Position is full-time.

Pay Types

Voluntary weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 1st shift 7:00am - 3:30pm

Full-time (Union)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
• 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
• Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
• $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
• Company provided tools
• Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Secure, onsite free parking

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