Winder

Pemco Corporation; Bluefield (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Bluefield, Virginia is seeking a Winder to operate wire-coiling machines for transformers. Responsibilities include reviewing work orders, selecting materials, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have good math skills, the ability to read instructions, and experience with power tools. The ideal applicant will be detail-oriented and safety-conscious, ensuring that the production meets quality and quantity standards.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to read and interpret winding sheets, drawings, and sketches.
• Must have ability to safely work with power tools and follow directions.
• Good math skills and ability to take accurate measurements.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire‑coiling machines to wind wire or sheet coils used in transformers.
• Review work orders and specifications to determine materials and types of parts.
• Record production and operational data on specified forms.

Skills

Ability to operate wire‑coiling machines

Ability to read and interpret winding sheets

Good math skills

Ability to safely work with power tools

Ability to read a tape measure

Job description

Winder Job Description

• Operate wire‑coiling machines to wind wire or sheet coils used in transformers.
• Review work orders and specifications to determine materials needed and types of parts to be processed.
• Must have ability to read and interpret winding sheets, drawings, and sketches.
• Operate winding lathes, punches, brakes, slitters, and shears.
• Cut, strip, and bend wire leads at ends of coils, using pliers and wire scrapers.
• Select and load materials such as work pieces, objects, and machine parts onto equipment used in winding processes.
• Record production and operational data on specified forms.
• Attach, alter, and trim materials such as wire, insulation, and coils, using hand tools.
• Stop machines to remove completed components using overhead cranes.
• Accurately examine and test components using measuring devices and record test results.
• Apply solutions or glue to wired electrical components using hand tools and bake components.
• Must have ability to use brazing and welding equipment.
• Interpret and carry out verbal instructions from designated persons or supervisors.
• Ability to meet the company’s standards for safety, quality and quantity of work.

Skills or Specialization Required

Must be able to safely work with power tools, follow directions and read instructions, have good math skills, be able to read a tape measure and take accurate measurements.