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Standard Motor Assembly TechnicianFor over 60 years, Windings has manufactured custom motors and components built for the harshest environments — outer space, military defense systems, downhole drilling, motorsports, aerospace, and medical applications. If you take pride in precision, enjoy solving problems, and want your work to support critical missions, you'll fit right in.Our Purpose: Making Our Customers' Critical Mission Possible.At Windings Inc., every employee is an owner. Since becoming an ESOP in 1998, we've built a culture where your work directly contributes to your retirement and our shared success. Our unique ESOP plan contributes to your retirement at no cost to you.What You'll DoWe're looking for a Standard Motor Assembly team member who thrives in a hands-on, precision-driven environment and wants to make a real impact by building components that support critical missions. If you're energized by technical challenges and inspired by purpose-driven work, join our collaborative team and help us fulfill our mission: "Making our Customer's Critical Mission Possible."As a Standard Motor Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for assembling and testing precision electromechanical components and motor systems. The role requires a strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to quality and safety standards, including FAA-certified practices.The ideal candidate has experience in mechanical or electromechanical assembly, a positive attitude, and a strong willingness to learn. You should be motivated to produce quality work, open to taking on challenges, and able to communicate effectively. We are looking for team players who are flexible, collaborative, and enthusiastic about contributing to continuous improvement.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssemble magnets, stators, shafts, and other motor subcomponents using fixtures, bonding, and heat-shrink techniques.Perform polarity checks, motor sub-assemblies, and final motor builds.Conduct in-process inspection and salvage/recovery techniques to ensure product integrity.Operate ovens, heat-shrink equipment, and measuring instruments to complete assemblies.Install threaded inserts (Helicoil) and perform FAA-certified twist lock wiring as required.Perform functional and physical testing on motors, including inductance, resistance, BEMF, detent, torque, shaft runout, and perpendicularity checks.Assemble and test Hall boards, resolvers, and other ESD-sensitive components.Maintain strict compliance with quality standards, safety guidelines, and documentation requirements.RequirementsWhat you will needHigh school diploma or GED requiredExperience using precision measuring equipment and basic hand toolsPrevious experience in mechanical/electromechanical assembly, preferably in motor or aerospace manufacturingFAA certification for threaded insert installation and twist lock wiring preferredKnowledge/SkillsAbility to read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and technical specificationsStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailFine motor skills and manual dexterityAbility to perform basic math and use precision measurement toolsMaintain a clean and safe work environment and wear required PPECapable of standing for the duration of a full shift and lifting up to 25 lbs. repeatedlyWillingness and ability to work overtime as requiredWhat you will getAn awesome employee-ownership cultureFull benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)Paid time off401k match and ESOP contributionsFlexible work environmentEducation reimbursementSalary Description: $18.00 - $24.00 starting pay per hour DOQ
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new ulm, MN, 56073, US
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