Wirer - 2nd Shift

Location: 

Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Requisition ID:  1846

Job Summary/Overview

The Wirer I performs all aspects of wiring of control panels to produce the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost, in accordance with company policies and procedures. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Review work order for the correct parts and drawings.
  • Follow schematics and layouts to wire panels to meet customer specifications. 
  • Ensure the use of the correct wires. 
  • Perform all crimping and lugging activities and ensure wire Ty-bases are in the correct locations per the company’s wiring standards.
  • The ability to wire standard and certain engineered panels.
  • Perform all required quality inspections per the Quality Checklist.
  • Apply all required labels.
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
  • Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.  Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Work with wire gauges of 18Awg – 450mcm
  • Requires the ability to operate a variety of small hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, wire strippers, cutters and crimpers, and a tie wrap gun. 
  • May require the ability to use a computer to enter data.
  • Ability to read and comprehend product specifications, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Ability to complete required paperwork, documentation, and records.
  • Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
  • Frequently required to walk. 
  • Required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. 
  • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee