Tester Jobs

Electric Machinery Company LLC, a division of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, MN

Position: Tester - 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.

Major Areas Of Accountability

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

Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities

• Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
• Occasionally operates machinery and power tools.
• Ability to effectively partner and communicate with external and internal customers at all levels of the organization.
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to work with a team and independently.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Routinely moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks.
• Occasionally uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and is self-motivated.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 20 lbs.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; advanced certificate/degree in related field desired.

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 Types

Voluntary weekday and weekend overtime.

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

Benefits

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