Transformer winder
とらんすまきせんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing job specializing in winding operations for transformers.
Description
Transformer winders are specialists who manufacture coils used in transformers. They select copper wire or aluminum wire based on drawings, operate winding machines while inserting insulating paper or tape, and wind them into the prescribed shape. Completed coils undergo soldering and insulation processing, inspections of electrical characteristics and insulation resistance, etc., and qualified products are handed over to the next process. The work mainly consists of standing operations, requiring precision and manual dexterity.
Future Outlook
Demand for transformers in domestic and international power infrastructure and renewable energy applications remains stable, but labor-saving measures and automation are progressing, making the succession of skills from skilled technicians a challenge.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Factory work / Line work / Shift work / Standing work
Career Path
Junior winding worker → Senior winding worker → Team leader → Quality control staff → Manufacturing manager
Required Skills
Blueprint reading / Electrical knowledge / Insulation processing / Soldering / Winding machine operation
Recommended Skills
Basic quality control knowledge / IPC standards knowledge / Inspection equipment operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because looseness or misalignment in winding leads to quality defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves prolonged standing work and handling heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it requires accurate work according to prescribed procedures. |
Aliases
- Coil winder
- Transformer winder
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