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Job Description for Coil Winder

Position : Transformer Coil Winder

Status : Hourly / / Non-Exempt

Reports To : Department Manager

Primary Responsibility for Transformer Coil Winder :

The Coil Winder is responsible for coil winding transformers in a workshop environment. This role requires completing tasks on time and within budget to meet customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities / Duties for Transformer Coil Winder :

• Rewind various types of liquid and dry transformers.
• Operate wire-coiling machines for winding wire or sheet coils.
• Review work orders and specifications to determine necessary materials.
• Read and interpret winding data sheets and drawings.
• Operate winding lathes, punches, and shears.
• Cut, strip, and bend wire leads as needed.
• Select and load materials onto equipment.
• Record production and operational data accurately on specified forms.
• Identify and report quality concerns to a supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area using good housekeeping skills.
• Inspect electro-mechanical equipment for damage or electrical malfunctions.
• Use hand tools to attach, alter, and trim materials.
• Use an overhead crane to load and unload materials from machines.
• Dismantle or strip damaged or unserviceable electro-mechanical equipment.
• Prepare reusable parts for rewinding and inspect renewed parts for hidden damage or unusual conditions.
• Use proper insulating techniques during rewinding.
• Operate brazing and welding equipment to make brazed connections, fabricate crossovers, and burn leads.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time for each job.
• Operate specialized repair and testing equipment, including winding machines, insulation resistance testers, cut-off saws, bake ovens, grinders, cranes, forklifts, brazing units, dip tanks, VPI systems, and various hand-held tools.
• Follow all safety procedures and policies and use proper protective equipment (especially eye and ear protection, steel toe shoes / boots, gloves, etc.).
• Report all injuries, near misses, and accidents immediately to a supervisor.
• Perform electrical testing, record connection and winding data on QA forms, order materials, wind random coils, insert finished coils, connect coils, test, tape, and tie finished coils, and prepare for installation.
• Perform tasks as directed based on departmental needs.

Measures of Success :

• Department efficiency, including low rework and warranty costs, manpower utilization, and work completed within estimated hours.
• Customer satisfaction and meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• On-time completion of projects.

Qualifications for Transformer Coil Winder :

• High school diploma required.
• In-depth knowledge of transformer coil winding.
• Experience in transformers and transformer coil winding is necessary.
• Hard-working, detail-oriented individual capable of directing personnel positively with effective oral and written communication skills.
• If duties involve operating a motor vehicle, must pass a motor vehicle record check.

About Us :

We are a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services for various markets, including electrical, mechanical, and communications contracting solutions for commercial, industrial, residential, and renewable energy sectors.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from minorities, females, gender identity and sexual orientation minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Last updated : 2024-09-08