Electric Motor Winder

Kurz Overview and Mission

We are proud to serve leading industrial businesses in the Upper Midwest with best‑in‑class electro‑mechanical and clean‑energy products and services. We are driven by a culture centered on our six core values and strive every day to achieve our mission: “to strengthen American industry.”

Under the guidance of the Shop Manager, the Electric Motor Winder will rewind various kinds of electro‑mechanical equipment.

• Inspect various kinds of electro‑mechanical equipment for damage and evidence of electrical malfunction.
• Test condition of windings according to EASA standards.
• Complete documentation of all relevant data, specific to the motor’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 unusual conditions.
• Rewind various kinds of electro‑mechanical equipment, observing proper insulating techniques and/or requirements during rewinding.
• Test rewound electro‑mechanical equipment according to EASA standards and document test results.
• 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, back ovens, grinders, cranes, forklift trucks, brazing units, dip tanks, and various hand‑held power and non‑power tools.
• Observe all safety procedures and policies and use proper protective equipment (especially eye, ear protection and steel‑toe shoes/boots, gloves, etc.).
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma is required; a technical certification or associate’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude is a must.
• Previous experience as a winder is desired; experience in an industrial, electro‑mechanical, distribution or manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull heavy objects and stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office products is desired.
• Must be a self‑starter and able to work independently.
• Must thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Flex Spending Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Other supplemental insurance benefits
• Shoe and safety glasses program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Company‑paid training

• Core Values:
  This person lives out our six Kurz company core values well.
• Customer Service:
  Must have a customer service mentality.
• Clear Communication:
  Conveys ideas, thoughts and facts in a way that the audience will understand.
• Teamwork &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Works through challenging issues and knows when to leverage internal experts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.