Winder

Sunbelt Solomon
United States, Kansas, Solomon
129 West Main Street (Show on map)
Oct 17, 2025
The Winder is responsible for winding simple to moderate coils used in transformers according to winding specifications produced by the Engineering Department. Complete the following actions per winding design/build sheets: Select type and size of wire specified for primary and secondary windings of coil to be wound. Creates appropriate form and loads form onto winding machine. Threads end of wire from reel through tension device, guides, and spreader, bends wire ends to form lead and attaches lead to coil source. Set machine controls to adjust tension on wire and counter is correct. Starts machine and manually feeds wire over coil form to obtain even and uniform winding and shape of coil. Monitor turns counter and stop machine at specified number of turns. Wraps insulation between layers and around wound coil or inserts ducts between turns to form cooling ducts as specified on winding design. Cuts wire to form leads. Form coils with rubber or plastic mallet to maintain shape during winding. Strips insulation from end of lead wires, threads lead wires through insulating sleeves or slides sleeves over leads and solders lead wires to terminals as determined in winding spec. Interface with company's time and attendance software to record time spent working on individual jobs. Tests coils for winding continuity as required. High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Previous experience working in a manufacturing/technical environment. Must have experience running automated machines such as CNC machining tools/automated production equipment. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos as well as write. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to read and use a tape measure. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Employee must be able to stand, operate foot pedal and reach with hands and fingers while performing the duties of this position. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Lifting devices are available for lifting weights in excess of 30 pounds.