Wind Turbine Assembler - 1st shift

Weg industrias de Venezuela, c.a.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Quarterly Bonus Program

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Birthday

Tuition Reimbursement program

Company provided tools

Uniforms, Safety Shoes & Glasses

Onsite parking

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Wind Turbine Assembler for the 1st shift. You will assemble nacelles and mechanical components using hand and power tools, following schematics and work orders to build high-quality nacelle units efficiently.

Overtime may be required on weekends; Saturdays paid time-and-a-half, Sundays double time. Monday–Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. Full-time union position with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and tuition

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Skills

Strong Mechanical Aptitude

Ability to read and follow written INs

Education

High School degree or GED or equivalent manufacturing experience

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Jib crane operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Career Opportunities with WEG - A First Class Company!

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 47,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an impressive rate and we're looking for talented individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan. WEG offers competitive compensation, challenging and exciting career options, as well as great benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability.

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.
• 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)

• 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

Company cannot provide sponsorship for this position

WEG Electric Corp. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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