Electric Machinery Company LLC., a division of WEG Electric

Minneapolis, MN

Position: VPI Operator

Team: Winding

Primary Objective of Position:

The VPI operator is responsible for the overall operation of the Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) process as it relates to the manufacturing of Electric Machinery products.

Skills Matrix:

The VPI Operator position is part of the Winding Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Winding Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Winding Team.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Operate VPI equipment per operating instructions in order to impregnate required electrical components, i.e., half coils, shunt coils, wound stators, wound exciter rotors and wound exciter stators.

Operate mill, shear, band saw, drill press and other machining equipment in order to manufacture slot wedges, filler and other glastic parts.

Responsible for the start up and shut down of multiple ovens for pre and post heat operation.

Mix and regulate resin level.

Assure VPI operation conforms to current procedure.

Install bolts and release agent as required prior to impregnation as well as removing bolts and excess resin after impregnation.

Assist Quality Team with wet tests.

Interpret and use routings, shop standards, process specifications, and work instructions.

Performs routine preventative maintenance.

May assist in other areas of the Winding Team skills matrix on occasion.

Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.

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.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

High School degree (preferred) with one year of manufacturing experience (preferred).

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, process and bill of materials.

Ability to use a variety of measuring tools.

Salary

Based on experience and qualifications

Pay Types

Voluntary weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Full-time (Union)

Benefits

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 Holidays (12)

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company paid Short & Long Term Disability

Company paid Life Insurance

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

Physical Requirements:

Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.

Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50lbs.

Routinely ascends/descends ladders and stairs.

Routinely 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 machinery or tools.

Routinely operates machinery and power tools.

Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.