Winding Technician II- 3rd Shift

Nidec Corporation; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation is seeking a Winding Technician II to perform electrical winding and assembly tasks on coils, transformers, motors, and related components. The role emphasizes independent execution, attention to detail, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

You will set up winding machines, select conductors, and verify specifications while maintaining production targets and documenting results. Prior winding experience and strong safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of electrical winding processes and materials.
• Ability to independently perform standard winding operations.
• Ability to follow diagrams, work instructions, and specifications.
• Strong safety awareness and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform electrical winding operations for coils, transformers, motors, or related components.
• Wind conductors according to specifications for turns, layering, tension, insulation, and terminations.
• Assemble wound components into subassemblies or finished units as required.
• Set up and operate winding machines, fixtures, and tools.
• Select appropriate wire, insulation, and materials per work instructions.
• Monitor equipment operation and adjust within defined parameters.
• Read and follow work instructions, winding diagrams, and basic electrical drawings.
• Verify winding specifications such as gauge, turns, direction, and connection points.
• Clarify routine requirements with supervisors or leads as needed.
• Inspect wound components for accuracy, appearance, and workmanship.
• Perform basic tests or checks (e.g., resistance, continuity) as required.
• Identify and report defects, damage, or non‑conforming materials.
• Meet assigned production targets and schedules.
• Support line balancing, job rotation, or process changes as directed.
• Communicate issues, delays, or material shortages promptly.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and ESD controls as applicable.
• Apply safe‑work practices related to machinery, sharp conductors, and electrical components.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Complete production records, checklists, or traceability documentation accurately.
• Follow controlled documentation and change‑management requirements.
• Support audits or quality reviews as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve winding efficiency or quality.
• Participate in continuous improvement or problem‑solving activities.
• Provide informal guidance to Winding Technician I roles.

Skills

Electrical winding knowledge

Diagram & work instruction reading

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training in manufacturing/electrical assembly

Job description

Job Summary

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec‑Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Description

The Winding Technician II is an intermediate support role responsible for independently performing electrical winding operations for components such as coils, transformers, motors, or inductors in accordance with established specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements. This role applies working knowledge of winding techniques, materials, equipment, and documentation to support reliable production and product performance.

Role Overview

The Winding Technician II performs hands‑on electrical winding and assembly tasks using manual, semi‑automatic, or automated winding equipment depending on the environment. The role emphasizes independent execution of standard winding operations, attention to detail, and consistent application of quality and safety procedures. This position typically reports to a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, or Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Winding & Assembly Operations

• Independently perform electrical winding operations for coils, transformers, motors, or related components
• Wind conductors according to specifications for turns, layering, tension, insulation, and terminations
• Assemble wound components into subassemblies or finished units as required

Equipment Setup & Operation

• Set up and operate winding machines, fixtures, and tools
• Select appropriate wire, insulation, and materials per work instructions
• Monitor equipment operation and adjust within defined parameters

Blueprint & Instruction Interpretation

• Read and follow work instructions, winding diagrams, and basic electrical drawings
• Verify winding specifications such as gauge, turns, direction, and connection points
• Clarify routine requirements with supervisors or leads as needed

Quality & Inspection

• Inspect wound components for accuracy, appearance, and workmanship
• Perform basic tests or checks (e.g., resistance, continuity) as required
• Identify and report defects, damage, or non‑conforming materials

Production & Workflow Support

• Meet assigned production targets and schedules
• Support line balancing, job rotation, or process changes as directed
• Communicate issues, delays, or material shortages promptly

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and ESD controls as applicable
• Apply safe‑work practices related to machinery, sharp conductors, and electrical components
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

Documentation & Recordkeeping

• Complete production records, checklists, or traceability documentation accurately
• Follow controlled documentation and change‑management requirements
• Support audits or quality reviews as needed

Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing

• Identify opportunities to improve winding efficiency or quality
• Participate in continuous improvement or problem‑solving activities
• Provide informal guidance to Winding Technician I roles

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing, electronics, or electrical assembly preferred
• Typically 2–4 years of experience in winding, electrical assembly, or manufacturing environments
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of electrical winding processes and materials
• Ability to independently perform standard winding operations
• Ability to follow diagrams, work instructions, and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Basic understanding of electrical components and measurements
• Strong safety awareness
• Ability to work effectively in a production team environment
• Additional Job Details

Additional Job Details

• Support & Production – S2 Organizational Impact
• Works to deliver on day‑to‑day objectives with moderate impact on achievement of results for the team
• Work consists of tasks that are typically routine, with some deviation from standard practice
• Works under moderate supervision for routine tasks
• May seek advice of more senior employees in the same team
• Communication & Influence
• Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement
• Innovation & Complexity
• Checks and makes minor adjustments to work methods to solve problems that are routine and typically exist in current work processes and systems
• May be required to highlight areas of concerns/problems to supervisor in own team
• Daily challenges are generally routine, but may require interpretation of procedures or policies to resolve problems
• Leadership & Talent Management
• May provide guidance or assistance to new or entry‑level employees
• Knowledge & Experience
• Requires basic job knowledge of systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education
• Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience. May require vocational or technical education

Equal Employment Opportunity and Assertive Action at Nidec

Equal Employment Opportunity and Assertive Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Assertive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

Third Shift (United States of America)

Nidec background

Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next‑generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.