Job Title: Coil Winder
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Coil Winder to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will set up and operate winding machines to wrap electrical wire around cores, bobbins, or armatures. Your work will directly impact the production of high-quality electrical components like transformers, motors, and generators. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, excellent hand-eye coordination, and a commitment to workshop safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Machine Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate manual, semi-automatic, or CNC coil winding machines.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and engineering schematics to determine exact specifications (e.g., wire gauge, number of turns, tension).
- Material Loading: Load wire spools and insulation material onto machinery; monitor tension and alignment during production.
- Component Finishing: Cut, strip, splice, bend, and solder or braze wire leads using hand tools and soldering irons.
- Quality Control: Inspect finished coils for defects and use micrometers, calipers, or multimeters to verify dimensions and electrical continuity.
- Maintenance & Cleanliness: Perform basic routine maintenance on machines and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
- Safety Adherence: Follow all company safety protocols, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Skills & Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma, GED, or vocational school certificate.
- Experience: 1–5 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, or machine operation preferred (willing to train the right candidate).
- Technical Skills: Basic shop math skills and the ability to read technical drawings and work orders.
- Dexterity: Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling fine wires and small tools.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift up to [e.g., 40 lbs].
- Attention to Detail: High precision to ensure wire turns match exact engineering requirements without overlapping or breaking.
Work Environment & Benefits
- Job Type: Full-time, Day Shift
- Location: On-site in San Antonio
- Compensation: $18.00 - $30.00 Pending on experience