Modification Technician - Romeoville IL

Career Opportunities with WEG - A First Class Company!

Founded in 1961, WEG is recognized as one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. WEG employs over 47,000 people around the globe and offers a diversified and integrated product line, with sales to more than 135 countries worldwide. Our U.S. operations are growing at an impressive rate and we're looking for talented individuals to help us move forward with this aggressive growth plan.

WEG offers competitive compensation, challenging and exciting career options, as well as great benefits, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and disability. Read about our career opportunities below and inquire about being a member of our first-class team.

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WEG Electric Corp. has a great opportunity for a Modification Technician to join our team in Romeoville, IL. This role provides in-house modifications to electric motors.

STARTING RATE: $21.93-$22.59/hour

Primary Responsibilities:

• Modify electric motors per customer specification.
• Produce reports and track activities performed in the Mod shop.
• Work with visiting engineers and QA personnel to evaluate possible factory issues.
• Be proficient enough with Word and Excel to produce reports and track activities performed in the Mod shop.
• Work in conjunction with the warehouse team to insure proper placement of modified motors in inventory.
• Support the Mod Shop Lead in accomplishing team goals and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Knowledge / training:

• Strong knowledge of low voltage AC motors.
• Ability to handle manual and power tools.
• Understand and follow safety procedures.
• Familiar with modification procedures.
• Familiar with the inventory control system.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of industry certification requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Experience:

• 0 - 5 years of related experience.

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses:
Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more:

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package.

To Apply:

All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

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