Machine Operator (Winder)

Description

General Description of Duties:

(Job duties include, but, are not limited to the following)  

• 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

• Must have own tools

Requirements

Essential Minimum Physical Demand Job Requirements:

With physical demand characteristics attached 

Postural

• Standing Continually 

• Walking Frequently

• Standing bent forwarded Frequent

Dexterity

• Above average grip strength Frequently

• Above average pinch strength Frequently

• Above average hand coordination Frequently

• Use of firm grip to hold paddles.

Agility-Material Handling

• Lifting mandrill for paper 50# occasionally

• Lifting tubes onto mandrills 55# or a two man lift.