Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers
- Manufacturing
Tasks
What tasks do Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers perform?
Operate or tend wire-coiling machines to wind wire coils used in electrical components such as resistors and transformers, and in electrical equipment and instruments such as bobbins and generators.
Attach, alter, and trim materials such as wire, insulation, and coils, using hand tools.
Review work orders and specifications to determine materials needed and types of parts to be processed.
Cut, strip, and bend wire leads at ends of coils, using pliers and wire scrapers.
Knowledge
What do Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers need to know?
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Skills
What skills do Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers need?
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
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