VPI Operator - 1st Shift

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.