Company Overview

Founded in 1961, WEG has grown into a global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies. WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually.

Committed to growth on a global scale, WEG continually invests in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and processes and the development of new and improved industrial electrical solutions. WEG offers a diverse and integrated product line that includes motors, drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, generators, and custom solutions.

Position Overview

We are currently accepting applications to support our production needs at our Bluffton, IN facility. Production positions are Union represented (IUE-CWA) with a starting wage of $17.78 per hour with a $1.00/hour shift premium for eligible 2nd and 3rd shift schedules. This position includes a competitive benefits package including affordable health care, 401k eligibility, and annual wage increases as dictated by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA). 

Main Responsibilities

Production associates may perform a wide variety of tasks to assemble, modify, and/or rework electric motors and applicable components. This may include working to specific written instructions, wiring diagrams, and production routing assignments. Associates may work with a variety of hand assembly tasks and tools such as soldering, painting, and wire assembly. Associates may also operate various types of equipment including, but not limited to, automated winding equipment, die cast, punch press, and CNC equipment.  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand/finger coordination required for various operations.
• Visual acuity or correctable vision, color vision required in certain assignments.
• Lifting up to 60 lbs may be required depending upon the role.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. 
• Must be able to bend, twist, rotate as required to meet job duties. 
• Prior Manufacturing Experience and/or machine/CNC operator experience a plus.
• Knowledge of electric motors beneficial, but not required.