**Job Title: Transformer Winder** **Job Description** Operate a winding machine to produce coils on various sizes and construction types for applications including mining, commercial, industrial, and utility. **Responsibilities** + Work from verbal and written instructions including engineering drawings, specifications, design prints, and manufacturing standards. + Pull required inventory and materials from the warehouse as required by work order/job number. + Setup winding machine with required mandrel. + Setup wire rack with required winding conductors. + Cut and stage materials per work order/job number including paper insulation, ducts, taps, lead buss, etc. + Wind both rectangular and circular shaped coils. + Wind construction types; barrel, single and multi-conductor disc, and helix. + Wind with various conductor types; rectangular, strip, foil, round, and multiple continuous transposed conductors. + Perform brazing/welding on leads, tap, and connection points for both aluminum and copper. + Perform conductor bending for leads, cross backs, and transpose. + Perform taping/wrapping of leads, insulation, and ducts. + Use of tension device to properly tension winding conductors. + Recognize conductor and winding defects and report findings to supervisor. + Provide aid to supervisor and other employees. + Repair coils at various stages during manufacturing and in certain field situations. + Perform quality control on coils to verify manufacturing standards and engineering requirements are met. + Be cross-trained in other manufacturing processes and have the flexibility to work in other departments. + Adhere to safety guidelines and provide a safe work environment for others. **Essential Skills** + Machine operation + Assembly + Mechanical + Quality check + Use of cutting tools + Mechanical aptitude + Use of hand and power tools + Ability to work independently and with others **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High School diploma or equivalent + Moderate computer experience + Ability to bend, stoop, and lift light to moderate articles properly + Follow verbal and written instructions + Work according to the demands on production **Why Work Here?** Join one of the best employers in the area that is growing exponentially. Enjoy pay rates well above the market rate and the ability to grow with the company. Benefit from flexible start and end times, with overtime available. **Work Environment** Work in a clean and well-lit manufacturing environment equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and machinery. First shift hours are Monday to Friday, 7am-4pm. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cool Ridge, WV. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Cool Ridge,WV. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.