Electrical Product Assembler - 2nd Shift

JOB SUMMARYThe electrical product assembler role lies within our final assembly department. This role is responsible for making the connection from the internal assembly to the external assembly and adding on any external components (bushings, radiators, etc.). Employees in this role must develop skills in Tank Equipment, Wiring, Conduit, Drop In and Encasement. S/he may be responsible to perform repairs on units, parts, or incoming materials.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 leadsRead and understand schedule and work flow requirementsGet materials from storage areas, and complete kits with hardware and partsBe able to read, understand and follow guidelines set forth by Engineering Instructions and Manufacturing ProceduresAble to read blueprints and assemble components per drawings provided and established standards.Inspect assemblies, product, processes, and materials for conformance to design criteria, applicable specifications, and inspection proceduresKeep tools, equipment and work area clean and orderly. Visually check equipment to ensure it is in normal operating condition.Verify lifts and cranes before use (crane cable & limit switches)Perform minor equipment repairs and machine maintenanceUse shop floor labor collection system accurately. Punch in and out of operations appropriately for all types of work (direct labor, indirect labor, rework, etc).Write maintenance work orders for damaged tooling and equipment when necessary.Ability to utilize computer system to review procedures, drawings, non-conformances, etc.Perform work in other departments as needed.Follow all safety procedures and policies of the companyWill perform repair work on oily components inside and outside of the tank as required.Keep tools, equipment and work area clean and orderly. Train on 5S principles.Assist in training of new operators.Investigate potential and actual non-conformances, and recommend corrective actionMay work in Med Power, Large Power or EHV product linesWeld components with appropriate techniques (optional)Perform other work as required.KNOWLEDGE, 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 equivalentCONTEXTReports To:Production SupervisorNumber of Staff:0Department:Manufacturing OperationsPay GradeL15LocationWaukesha, WIFLSA Status:Non-ExemptADDITIONAL INFORMATIONKey Working RelationshipsPlant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.Engineering Organization, including mechanical, electrical and manufacturing engineering groupsPhysical DemandsMust be able to stand for extended periods. Must be able to occasionally sit, walk. Climb, balance, push, pull, carry, and 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.