Production Assembly - Connecting | Inserting | Varnish; Ulm

Production Assembly – Connecting, Inserting, Varnish (New Ulm)

Build motors that power missions where failure is not an option.

At Windings, what you assemble doesn’t sit on a shelf. Our custom electric motors and components are used in aerospace, defense, medical, automotive, and extreme industrial environments — including outer space and high-performance applications.

We are a 100% employee-owned manufacturing company in New Ulm. That means when the company performs well, you benefit. Through our ESOP, Windings aims to contribute 10–12% of your annual earnings toward your retirement at no cost to you.

We are hiring Production Assemblers for our Inserting, Connecting, and Varnish departments. These are hands‑on manufacturing roles focused on precision assembly, wiring, forming, and finishing of electric motor components. You will work in a structured, team‑based production environment where quality, consistency, and attention to detail matter every single day.

If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and take pride in doing work the right way, this is not just another production job — it is work that supports critical missions around the world.

• Insert copper wire into motor stacks
• Strip insulation and prepare electrical components
• Follow detailed manufacturing work instructions
• Use hand tools, calipers, cutters, and magnification equipment
• Perform quality inspection during electrical assembly
• Perform wire-to-wire and wire-to-lead electrical connections
• Solder and insulate components
• Shape and lace motor coils
• Follow electrical assembly standards and quality procedures
• Inspect parts to meet aerospace manufacturing tolerances
• Form stators using fixtures and presses
• Apply industrial varnish using trickle or submersion methods
• Perform viscosity testing and document production results
• Maintain production equipment including ovens and tanks
• Ensure components meet manufacturing and quality standards

• Follow written work instructions and quality procedures
• Maintain clean and safe work areas
• Use basic computer systems for inventory and documentation
• Follow PPE and safety requirements
• Support team-based production environment
• Meet production standards while maintaining high quality

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and procedures
• Comfort using hand tools and working with small components
• Basic computer and math skills
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team‑oriented attitude
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new processes

• 6+ months in a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Experience with soldering, wiring, or electrical components
• Familiarity with IPC standards (J-STD-001, J-STD-001ES, IPC-A-610) is a plus

• High school diploma or GED required

• An awesome employee‑ownership culture
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)
• Paid time off
• 401k match and ESOP contributions
• Flexible work environment
• Structured training and skill development
• Team-based environment
• Work that directly impacts product performance and customer satisfaction
• A culture built on accountability, quality, and shared values

$18 - $20 starting pay per hour DOQ

We are committed to providing pay ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations. The listed pay range is provided in good faith and is subject to adjustments in accordance with company policies and market conditions.

This position is eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus program based on company performance goals. Bonus payouts are not guaranteed and are determined at the company's discretion.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…