Wireman- Electrical Gear

Job Title: Wireman – Electrical Gear

(Non-Exempt) Hourly
Location: Cudahy, WI (HQ) Dane, WI
Reports To: Production Manager
Department: Operations

Position Overview:
The Wireman is responsible for the assembly, wiring, and testing of low- and medium-voltage electrical switchgear equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, and company quality standards. This role requires strong electrical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a production environment.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the duties listed below. These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Electrical      Assembly & Wiring
   • Assemble       and wire electrical switchgear, control panels, and power distribution       equipment according to electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills       of material (BOMs). Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors       to prepare for and pass ISO audits.
   • Perform       point-to-point wiring, cable routing, labeling, and dressing to meet       company and industry standards.
2. Testing      & Verification
   • Verify       wiring accuracy against schematics prior to inspection and test.
   • Assist       with power-up, troubleshooting, and resolution of wiring-related issues.
   • Correct       wiring discrepancies and rework as required.
3. Quality      & Documentation
   • Follow       work instructions, quality procedures, and safety guidelines during all       phases of assembly.
   • Complete       required production documentation, checklists, and inspection records       accurately and timely.
   • Support       in-process, final, and customer inspections as needed.
   • Ensure       all assemblies meet internal quality standards prior to shipment.
4. Trouble      Shooting & Problem Solving
   • Identify       wiring errors, component issues, or installation problems and take       corrective action.
5. Training      & Development:
   • Work       with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve electrical       issues.
   • Provide       feedback to engineering on drawing discrepancies or opportunities for       improvement.
6. Safety      & Compliance
   • Follow       all electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE       requirements.
   • Maintain       a clean, organized, and safe work area.
   • Support       compliance with OSHA, UL, ISO and other applicable safety and regulatory       requirements.
7. Continuous      Improvement & Team Support
   • Participate       in continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.
   • Suggest       process improvements to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
   • Support       training and mentoring of junior wiremen as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years      of experience in electrical wiring, panel building, or switchgear assembly      in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability      to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout      drawings.
• Basic      understanding of electrical theory, wiring methods, and component      identification.
• Strong      attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong      communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in      cross-functional teams.
• Ability      to use hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment safely.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience      with low- and medium-voltage switchgear or control panel wiring.
• Familiarity      with NEC, UL 508A, or similar electrical standards.
• Strong      mechanical aptitude and ability to work from detailed work instructions
• Ability      to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands, Work Environment ,and Additional Information

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle tools, materials, and components. The employee may be required to lift, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This role is performed in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, noise, and varying temperatures. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

The essential functions of this position may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. MPD is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

MPD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

 Qualifications:

• 1+ years      of experience in electrical wiring, panel building, or switchgear assembly      in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability      to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout      drawings.
• Basic      understanding of electrical theory, wiring methods, and component      identification.
• Strong      attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong      communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in      cross-functional teams.
• Ability      to use hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment safely.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience      with low- and medium-voltage switchgear or control panel wiring.
• Familiarity      with NEC, UL 508A, or similar electrical standards.
• Strong      mechanical aptitude and ability to work from detailed work instructions
• Ability      to work independently and as part of a team.