Electrical Tester (High Voltage)

Electric Machinery Company, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN

Position: Electrical Tester (High Voltage) - 1st Shift

Team: Quality Team

Primary Objective of Position:

A Tester provides validated product performance data by performing test setup, operation, troubleshooting, calibration and reporting. Internally we refer to this position as a Tester.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Set up, connect, test and adjust test items such as motors, generators, control equipment and specifically designed power apparatus to meet IEEE, API, NEMA and other product specifications.
• Read information pertaining to apparatus to be tested, such as production order, engineering data sheets, process specifications, test specifications, and drawings.
• Prepare data sheets, test plans and reports electronically to meet internal and external customer requirements.
• Use auxiliary testing apparatus such as pony brakes, generators, voltmeters, ammeters, dynamometers, driving motors, tachometers, meggers and high-pot equipment.
• Check machines for common defects before setup and, if found, reports to supervisor for proper disposition.
• Connect test unit through necessary meters, generators, shunts, instrument transformers, resistors, reactors or other apparatus as required.
• Collect, record and analyze data for comparison to specification.
• Mechanical setup, test and dynamic balance of components.
• Performs electrical in-process verification of compliance to specifications.
• Calibrates and maintains electrical test equipment including development of electronic databases, standards, work instructions and procedures.
• Lift and move materials using forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane or jib crane.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
• Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced certificate/degree in related field desired.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated.
• Must be able to work with a team and independently.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to effectively partner and communicate with external and internal customers at all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements:

• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
• Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
• Occasionally operates machinery and power tools.
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Full-time (Union)

Skills Matrix:

The Tester position is part of the Quality Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Quality Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Quality Team.

Pay:

$22-28/hr

Voluntary weekday and weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
• 401K with Match 1st month following hire
• Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
• Company paid Holidays (12)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
• Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
• Company provided tools
• Company provided uniforms (laundered)
• Company reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Safety Glasses
• Secure, onsite free parking

Company cannot provide sponsorship for this position

No Agencies, please.