Motor Winder

General Job Description

Job Title: Motor Winder (AC & DC)

Location: Saraland, AL

Department: Manufacturing / Production

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Motor Winder with expertise in AC (Alternating Current) and/or DC (Direct Current) motor winding to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for winding the coils of AC and DC motors, ensuring that the winding process meets strict quality, safety, and performance standards. You will work with various materials, including copper wire, and use specialized winding machines and hand tools to produce motor windings for a wide range of applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of motor construction and winding techniques, attention to detail, and experience working with both AC and DC motors.

Key Responsibilities

• Motor Coil Winding: Set up and operate winding machines and hand tools to wind stator and rotor coils for AC and DC motors, ensuring precise coil winding patterns and correct wire placement.
• Material Handling: Work with copper wire, insulation materials, and other components, ensuring proper handling, cutting, and spooling of materials as per specifications.
• Blueprint and Diagram Interpretation: Read and interpret electrical schematics, motor blueprints, and technical drawings to determine winding specifications, such as number of turns, coil dimensions, and wire gauge.
• Quality Control: Inspect wound coils for defects, such as improper winding tension, wire misalignment, or insulation issues. Perform testing to ensure the coils meet required electrical and mechanical specifications.
• Machine Setup and Maintenance: Set up winding equipment for different motor types and sizes. Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of winding machines and tools to maintain operational efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues related to winding machinery, material handling, or motor assembly.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment (PPE) while working with electrical components, winding machines, and other tools.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of production, including winding specifications, motor assembly details, and testing results.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to ensure the timely and efficient production of high-quality motors.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Specific Qualifications

• Experience: Experience in motor manufacturing or electrical equipment repair is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in motor winding techniques for AC and/or DC motors, including the use of automatic and manual winding machines. Understanding of insulation types, wire gauges, and coil patterns. Familiarity with motor testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Familiarity with motor components, assembly processes, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Attention to Detail: Strong ability to maintain high precision in winding coils and assembling motors to specifications.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot winding and motor assembly issues, including identifying defective parts and adjusting the winding process as needed.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to handle materials, lift heavy motor parts, and stand for extended periods. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols for working with electrical machinery and materials. Ability to follow all safety regulations and wear required PPE.
• Communication: Strong communication skills to report issues, collaborate with the team, and understand technical instructions.
  
  
  

Work Environment

• Full-time position
• Works in a manufacturing or workshop environment with exposure to electrical components, machines, and potential noise.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required (e.g., gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact with engineers, quality control staff, and production teams.
  
  
  

Company Overview

Why IES Infrastructure?

IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors - work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team-work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.

• Health & dental insurance
• Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Vacation and holidays
• 401k
  
  
  

Company Culture

Commitment to Excellence - Consistently exceeds expectations.

Honesty and Integrity - Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.

Safety - Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.

Respect -Honor the rights of all involved.

Communication - Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.

Employee Satisfaction - Create employee opportunities for growth and development.

Innovation and Creativity - Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.

Resiliency - No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.

Teamwork - Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.

All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.