Coil Winder

Job Title: Coil Winder Job Description

The Coil Winder operates specialized winding machines to produce high-quality coils from wire, fiber, cloth, or other materials. This role prepares, sets up, and runs equipment, carefully follows diagrams and specifications, and ensures that all finished coils meet strict quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work area.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate coil winding machines for each project, adjusting settings according to engineering drawings and specifications.

• Select, load, and thread materials such as wire or cable onto the spindle or other winding devices.

• Operate coil winding machines to produce coils with even, uniform, and accurate winding patterns.

• Monitor the winding process continuously to maintain quality, making adjustments as needed to prevent defects.

• Inspect finished coils for quality, accuracy, and conformance to diagrams and specifications.

• Perform basic preventative maintenance on winding machines to keep them in good working condition.

• Carry out minor repairs and adjustments on winding equipment to minimize downtime.

• Read and interpret wire diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings related to coil construction.

• Use hand tools safely and effectively during setup, adjustment, and inspection activities.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all safety procedures and guidelines.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of coil winding experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.

• Proficiency in operating coil winding machines and related equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret wire diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.

• Hands-on experience with assembly and wiring tasks related to coil production.

• Skill in using common hand tools safely and accurately.

• Attention to detail to ensure even winding and adherence to specifications.

• Ability to follow engineering drawings and technical instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with various winding materials such as wire, fiber, or cloth.

• Familiarity with preventative maintenance practices on production machinery.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability for machine adjustments.

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a production setting.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable production environment that values precision, craftsmanship, and consistent quality. The role offers predictable daytime hours, a structured schedule with early finishes on Fridays, and the opportunity to deepen your technical skills on specialized machinery. You work alongside a team that appreciates reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, first-shift position with standard hours of 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and half days on Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Work takes place in a manufacturing environment operating coil winding machines and using common hand tools. The role involves standing for extended periods, handling materials such as wire and related components, and working around production equipment while following established safety procedures and guidelines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MILWAUKEE, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 MILWAUKEE,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.