• VPI Operator - 2nd Shift

    WEG Electric Corp. (Minneapolis, MN)


    VPI Operator - 2nd Shift

    **Department:** Production

    **Location:** Minneapolis, MN

     

    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, 3:30pm - 12:00am

     

    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.