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Assembly - 2nd Shift

WEG Electric · Wausau, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 6, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This is a team called Insert Connect Test. How do you work with others when the next person depends on your step?

What they are checking: Team mindset in a flow where one person's mistake or delay affects everyone downstream.

How do you keep your speed up while still doing the job right?

What they are checking: Balance between productivity and quality, which matters on a production line.

Tell me about a time you followed a safety rule even when it slowed you down.

What they are checking: Safety habits, since safety and quality are top priorities on the floor.

How do you handle standing, lifting and repetitive work over a full shift?

What they are checking: Realistic understanding of the physical demands of assembly work.

What would you do

You notice a part doesn't look right but the line is behind. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and raise quality concerns instead of passing a defect along to save time.

This is second shift. How does that schedule work with your life?

What they are checking: Reliability and whether they can show up consistently for evening hours.

What would you do if you weren't sure how to do a step and your lead was busy?

What they are checking: Whether they ask for help or check instructions rather than guessing on a product.

About the work

Tell me about your experience assembling parts using drawings, work instructions or a build sheet.

What they are checking: Whether they can follow written instructions accurately, which drives quality on motors and generators.

What hand and power tools are you comfortable using?

What they are checking: Practical skill level, so the team knows how much training is needed before they can build safely.

Have you done any basic electrical connections or testing of products before?

What they are checking: Familiarity with wiring and test steps that are part of building and checking motors and generators.

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The full job description

As published by WEG Electric.

Since 1913, Marathon Electric has been dedicated to providing customers with quality motors and generators for targeted applications. Marathon Electric became part of WEG Group in 2024. Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others. WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 12 countries and present in more than 135 countries, WEG has more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We value generation of professional and personal development opportunities, human rights, diversity and the environment. We invest in solutions for reduction of carbon emissions and encourage our people to be engaged in social activities where we have our operations, with focus on health and education. We work as a team within a friendly way allowing sharing of ideas. We get together and share knowledge and skills to continuously improve our decision-making process. GENERAL ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN: Insert Connect Test Team We are looking for skilled Assemblers to join our team at the Wausau location. Assemblers work in a team environment to set up work areas and assemble large motors and generators to customer specifications with Safety and Quality as top priorities. Join our growing team and become part of a great place to work!! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes the following, other duties may be assigned: • Insert, connect, test, coil wind, and insulation cut. • Perform sometimes complex assembly processes, often using various hand and small power tools. • Review of work instructions, basic prints and set up instructions for work processes. • Verify part numbers on parts and materials to be used in assembly process. • May require some work station set up for staging material kits, basic machine settings and other requirements. • Often requires checking work for defects, including visual inspection and use of various measuring equipment. • Notify Team lead person of any deviations in product quality from prior operations or current assembly to ensure in line defects are recognized and properly corrected before moving on to next assembly process. • Accurately and fully complete all necessary documentation and paperwork for parts/processes completed. QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to read and comprehend established procedures for safety, quality and general assembly. • Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition. • Proven experience as an assembler in a general manufacturing setting desired. • Good communication skills (verbal and written) JOB TYPE: Full-time BENEFITS: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance SCHEDULE: • 10-hour shift (Mon-Thurs) Overtime Available • 2nd Shift (3pm - 1 am) Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others. WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide. WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil. Our business areas are divided as follows. Industrial Electro-Electronic Equipment This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example. Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD) Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services. Commercial and Appliance Motors In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others. Paints and Varnishes In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro-insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.

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