Transformer Winder Trainee - Dayshift at INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS INC

Price, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Transformer Winding, Reading Wiring Diagrams, Coil Assembly, Brazing, Hand Tool Proficiency, Overhead Crane Operation, Forklift Operation, Quality Assurance, Technical Documentation, Basic Mathematics, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Solid Edge, Electrical Testing, Troubleshooting, Safety Compliance

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Description Intermountain Electronics (IE) is a leading provider and manufacturer of custom engineered Process, Electrical Control and Power Distribution turn-key solutions to the Data Center, Industrial, Power/Utility, Oil & Gas, Mining industries in North America. Our products range from large scale one-off custom Power Distribution, Control and Process systems to standard off-the-shelf electronic/electro-mechanical components. Reporting directly to the Transformer Department Supervisor we are currently seeking a Transformer Winder Trainee for our Dayshift to be based at our Price, UT facility. Why you will love working at IE You will love the challenge, interesting and varied work, and endless opportunities, but most importantly you will love working with a team of fun loving, driven, and generous go getters that take deep personal pride in being part of a family that is building the infrastructure that powers the world. Job Description Job Title: Transformer Winder Trainee Job Status: Full-Time Benefits: Competitive salary PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays (10) Medical and Dental Plans Teladoc 24/7/365 Access to U.S. Board Certified doctors Employee Assistance Program Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Vision, Life, STD & LTD Insurance 401K- Company match up to 6% of base salary. Health Savings Account (HSA) with available company match up to $2000 based on family size. Paid Parental Leave Position Summary: The main responsibility of the Transformer Winder Trainee is to learn the steps and process involved in winding and assembling defect free transformer cores and coil assemblies. Over the training period begin to perform to the level of and develop the skills of a Transformer Winder. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 3:30 pm (every other Friday off) Essential Functions. Other duties as assigned Transformer Production Reviews wiring diagrams and work order to determine type and size of wire specified, as well as the type, size, length, circumference, of primary and secondary windings of coil to be wound. Selects coil-forming device for specified coil and fastens device onto winding machine arbor or spindle. Turns setscrews to adjust tension on wire and sets counter for number of turns specified. Threads end of wire from reel through tension device, guides, and spreader, bends wire ends to form lead, and attaches lead to coil core. Starts machine and manually feeds wire over coil core or spreader to obtain even and uniform winding and shape of coil; Observes counter and stops machine at specified number of coils. Wraps paper & amp; insulation between layers and around wound coil or inserts plastic blocks between turns to form cooling ducts. Winds coils according to engineer diagrams and drawings using coil-winding machine &, hand tools. Cuts wire to form leads, using wire or bolt cutters; Pounds coil with hammer or mallet to shape end windings or remove coil from fixtures. Inspects coil(s) during winding process to ensure there are no defects and to verify conformance with winding specifications. Ensures quality standards are met and signs off on project QA forms. Moves winding core to staging areas when complete. Disassembles old transformers or damaged coils and makes repairs. Read and interpret winding specification documents to determine characteristics required for specific coil to be wound. Determine coil number, quantity and revision. Record coil number on coil and on labor recording paperwork. Determine and install appropriate mandrel device on machine. Adjust mandrel and plates, as required by window size specification. Load conductor and insulating paper to de-reeling mechanisms on machine. Measure materials, make adjustments to machine to accommodate material and verify proper alignment. Verify proper secondary coil. Make adjustments to machine (flattener, traverse and material tensions) to yield desired finished coil dimensions as specified. Operates hoist equipment. Wind and insulate coil per winding instructions. Wind coil sections per to specified number of turns. Determine adhesive locations per reference specifications and apply liquid adhesive with hand applicator at specified locations throughout the coil. Insert cooling ducts, special insulation and component parts at specified locations throughout the coil. Braze or bend taps and leads into coil at specified locations throughout the coil. Position and insulate leads per winding sheet and diagram(s). Splice material per specifications as required. Remove coil from mandrel device by hand or hoist it aside to pallet. Dip/VPI and bake transformer coils. Tools & Equipment Operate coil winding machine. Use overhead crane, forklift, hoists, to assist in transformer assembly and moving materials/projects. Operate, grinders, cutting torch, drills, misc. hand tools. Properly care for and maintain tools in good operating condition; ensure tools and equipment is properly stored at the end of each shift. Housekeeping/Safety Transformer winding area is clean and organized, tools properly cared for and stored at the end of each workday. Uses tools, PPE, and equipment in safe manner. Other Essential Duties Maintains regular and consistent job attendance, comes to work on time. Follows and complies with IE Core Values and Cardinal Safety rules. Follow and comply with IE safety program. Must maintain a safe and clean work area at all times. INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS, INC. Date Prepared: 8/26/2011; Rev 10/2022 Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities High School diploma, GED or equivalent plus two directly related experience in the high voltage electrical field or Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in electrical engineering or closely related field; plus, six months to one year directly related experience; or an equivalent combination education and experience. Works from winding sheets and process specifications and procedures. The machine is operated from a standing position. Uses an assortment of hand tools, gas torch, and overhead hoists. Finished materials may weigh up to 3000 pounds. Employee must have passed the Cooper Power System’s brazing test. Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence and understand basic math. Ability to read and understand wiring schematics and layout diagrams Experience with various hand tools, crimpers, wire strippers, electrical testing equipment Self-motivated and capable of working in a team environment with minimal supervision Confident with the ability to work closely with employees, peers and management while keeping production flowing and meeting due dates. Demonstrated proficiency to achieve high quality results in transformer assemblies, wiring and troubleshooting through continual attention to detail and anticipation of potential problems during the early planning and design review stages. Leadership and communication skills. Must be able to write NCR’s and comply with safety rules. Must be able to establish productive and effective communication ties and relationships with co-workers, supervisors, customers, and staff. Ability to analyze and understand transformer plan documents and specifications and successfully resolve practical problems and they may occur. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook word processing software and AutoCAD, Solid Edge design software. Must have OSHA Forklift Certification or able to obtain such within 6 months of employment. Safety: Must comply with and follow all IE standards, programs, policies, and procedures as they apply to this position, reports any unsafe condition immediately. Must operate and perform job duties in a safe manner. Must be able to operate/work safely around machinery/moving equipment. Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and to stand and work on concrete floor for extended periods of time. Work Schedule: Must be able to work a 40-hour work week as additional time as required. Disclaimer: Although Intermountain Electronics has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, the Company reserves the right to change the same, including, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the Company, at any time, with or without advance notice. Intermountain Electronics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

Learn and perform the winding and assembly of defect-free transformer cores and coil assemblies according to engineering diagrams. Operate coil-winding machines and various hand tools while ensuring all quality and safety standards are met.