Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc
Shipper/Welder - 3rd Shift
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc, Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States, 53188
JOB SUMMARYThe shipper role is an assembly role. It is the last to touch the product before it is sent out of our facility. This role involves dismantling each unit and getting it prepared for shipment.
Welder: Must develop skills through training and demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: transformer disassembly, preparing units for painting, welding components required for shipment, preparing units to load, loading units to rail cars or trucks, and shipping parts.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESReceive assignments and instructions from supervisor - both verbal and written. Follows drawings, Bill of Materials, and other established manufacturing procedures. Coordinate and communicate with supervision and team leads.Dismantle transformer for shipment (arrestors, radiators, bushings, conservators, etc.)Drain oil, vacuum fill with dry air, nitrogen or oil as required and pressure test transformer tank.Package components and transformer parts for shipmentPrepare railroad car and/or truck for loading transformer unit and componentsClean tank prior to final paintLoad transformer unit to railcars or trucksPrepare shipping materials as required (blocking, tie rods, etc.)Move transformer unit from test floor to and within shipping areaMove and switch rail carsLoad and unload units as required from railcars and trucksPerform minor miscellaneous welding and burning functions as required (welder only)Apply paint primer and finish coats to transformers and parts per B.O.M. and instructions (painter only)Clean, operate and maintain paint systems equipment (painter only)Maintain paint and solvent waste streams per procedures (painter only)Assure proper marking, storage and transport of hazardous wastesHave the ability to look up non-conformancesWrite work orders for the repair of tooling and equipment.Follow all safety procedures and policies of the companyKeep tools, equipment and work area neat and orderlyAssist in training of new operators.May work in Med Power, Large Power or EHV product linesPerform work in other departments as neededKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESUtilize portable scaffold and steps, ladders, radial and band saw, vacuum cleaner, hydraulic jacks, threading machine, hi-press crimpers, grinder, stud gun, hand drill, pneumatic wrenches, mallet, sledge, pry bars, blocks, wire stripper, hand crimper, overhead jib crane, chains, slings, vacuum pumps, forklift truck, air bearingsAble to operate various machines including wire crimpers, heat guns, air pallets, punches, sanders, band saws, grinders, stud welders, pipe threaders, shears, drilles, welders, plasma cutters, and other related equipment.Materials used in this position include tanks, covers, current transformers, tap changers, gear assemblies, oil gauges, pressure gauge, cabinets, housings, bushings, operating mechanisms, finished transformers, flanges, lightning arrestors, wood, steel rod, nitrogen and others. Breaker stands, breaker poles, breaker C.T.'s, galvanized steel beams, & SF6 gasOften works at heights up to 15' or more.Work varies from working at ground level to working in, on top of, and around the sides of the transformer tank.Operations require mental and visual concentration to ensure compliance with engineering and quality specificationsPosition requires hand and eye coordination to make adequate welds meeting various welding specifications for in plant certification, if weldingMust have the ability to access and work in confined spaces, which includes 18-24" manhole access.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequired Education / ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalentADDITIONAL INFORMATIONKey Working RelationshipsPlant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.Engineering Organization, including mechanical, electrical and manufacturing engineering groupsPhysical DemandsMust be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally sit, walk. Climb, balance, push, pull, carry, work below waist level and foot use.Working ConditionsShop-floor located on large manufacturing plant.Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
Welder: Must develop skills through training and demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: transformer disassembly, preparing units for painting, welding components required for shipment, preparing units to load, loading units to rail cars or trucks, and shipping parts.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESReceive assignments and instructions from supervisor - both verbal and written. Follows drawings, Bill of Materials, and other established manufacturing procedures. Coordinate and communicate with supervision and team leads.Dismantle transformer for shipment (arrestors, radiators, bushings, conservators, etc.)Drain oil, vacuum fill with dry air, nitrogen or oil as required and pressure test transformer tank.Package components and transformer parts for shipmentPrepare railroad car and/or truck for loading transformer unit and componentsClean tank prior to final paintLoad transformer unit to railcars or trucksPrepare shipping materials as required (blocking, tie rods, etc.)Move transformer unit from test floor to and within shipping areaMove and switch rail carsLoad and unload units as required from railcars and trucksPerform minor miscellaneous welding and burning functions as required (welder only)Apply paint primer and finish coats to transformers and parts per B.O.M. and instructions (painter only)Clean, operate and maintain paint systems equipment (painter only)Maintain paint and solvent waste streams per procedures (painter only)Assure proper marking, storage and transport of hazardous wastesHave the ability to look up non-conformancesWrite work orders for the repair of tooling and equipment.Follow all safety procedures and policies of the companyKeep tools, equipment and work area neat and orderlyAssist in training of new operators.May work in Med Power, Large Power or EHV product linesPerform work in other departments as neededKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESUtilize portable scaffold and steps, ladders, radial and band saw, vacuum cleaner, hydraulic jacks, threading machine, hi-press crimpers, grinder, stud gun, hand drill, pneumatic wrenches, mallet, sledge, pry bars, blocks, wire stripper, hand crimper, overhead jib crane, chains, slings, vacuum pumps, forklift truck, air bearingsAble to operate various machines including wire crimpers, heat guns, air pallets, punches, sanders, band saws, grinders, stud welders, pipe threaders, shears, drilles, welders, plasma cutters, and other related equipment.Materials used in this position include tanks, covers, current transformers, tap changers, gear assemblies, oil gauges, pressure gauge, cabinets, housings, bushings, operating mechanisms, finished transformers, flanges, lightning arrestors, wood, steel rod, nitrogen and others. Breaker stands, breaker poles, breaker C.T.'s, galvanized steel beams, & SF6 gasOften works at heights up to 15' or more.Work varies from working at ground level to working in, on top of, and around the sides of the transformer tank.Operations require mental and visual concentration to ensure compliance with engineering and quality specificationsPosition requires hand and eye coordination to make adequate welds meeting various welding specifications for in plant certification, if weldingMust have the ability to access and work in confined spaces, which includes 18-24" manhole access.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequired Education / ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalentADDITIONAL INFORMATIONKey Working RelationshipsPlant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.Engineering Organization, including mechanical, electrical and manufacturing engineering groupsPhysical DemandsMust be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to occasionally sit, walk. Climb, balance, push, pull, carry, work below waist level and foot use.Working ConditionsShop-floor located on large manufacturing plant.Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.