Winder

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All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec / Houma Armature Works is an electrical sales and service company. We are committed to providing safe and reliable service in a highly responsive manner to maximize client satisfaction.
We seek the trust and cooperation of our customers, employees, and community by managing our business with integrity and skill for the benefit and profit of all.
We take professional pride in our service expertise, our attention to detail, and the delivery of a completed job as promised. Our basic purpose is to create and keep a satisfied customer.
Dedication to customer satisfaction has been our principle since 1975. These beliefs have made Nidec / Houma Armature Works the Gulf Coast leader in electric motor and generator repair.

Job Description

Shift: 1st shift

Days of Work: Monday – Friday

Work Hours: 7:00am to 4:00 pm

Work Location: On-site (Houston, TX)

Salary Range: $24.47 to $34.28

Pay Frequency: Weekly

At Nidec, we prioritize our team’s well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and disability coverage, effective from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best-in-class company match of 100% on the employees’ first 6% to support your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays. 
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of a Winder is to rewind various kinds of electro-mechanical equipment.

• Inspect various kinds of electro-mechanical equipment for damage and evidence of electrical malfunctions.
• Test condition of windings according to industry standards/customer specifications.
• Illustrate and/or document all relevant data specific to unit’s electro-magnetic characteristics, operating conditions, existing damage, or intended serviceability.
• Dismantle and/or strip damaged or unserviceable electro-mechanical equipment.
• Prepare all reusable parts for rewinding and inspect renewed parts for hidden, structural damage or unusable conditions.
• Rewind various kinds of electro-mechanical equipment, including but not limited to: three-phase, DC fields, armatures, wound rotors and transformers. Observe proper insulating techniques and/or requirements during rewinding.
• Test rewound electro-mechanical equipment according to industry standards/customer specifications.
• Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis.
• Operate specialized repair and testing equipment, including but not limited to: winding machines, test panels, surge testers, core-loss testers, cut-off saws, burnout ovens, bake ovens, grinders, cranes, forklift trucks, brazing units, dip tanks, VPI systems, and various handheld power and non-power tools.
• Comply with all company policies / procedures and perform all job functions in an ethical manner.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper protective gear for all tasks.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area free of hazards as directed by supervisor.
• Complete all required safety training.
• Performs all applicable duties in accordance with ISO procedures, if required.
• Perform other skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• Must pass all required pre-employment screenings – Background, MVR, Physical, Drug screen.
• Must be able to comply with all drug and alcohol policies of Houma Armature Works and/or customer sponsored programs. Subject to random Drug and Alcohol screenings.
• Must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends, if required
• Be available for and successfully complete all required training.
• Be able to operate motor vehicles in compliance with all state and federal requirements, if travel required.
• Possess valid identification.
• Travel between Texas and Louisiana locations, if required.
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read, write and follow work instructions.
• Ability to interface with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and meet deadlines.
• Team player attitude with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
   

Additional Job Details

Experience / Skills:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.