Day in the life
A Day in the Life of a Coil Winder
What coil winders actually do from the start of a shift to the end: the tasks, tools, schedule and realities of the job.
What is a typical day like for a coil winder?
Review the work order. From there, the day usually includes set up winding machines, wind coils, and count turns. Full time, often shifts.
Hour by hour: a typical shift
No two days are identical, but this timeline reflects a realistic day for a coil winder working full time.
- Review the work order.
- Set up the winding machine.
- Wind transformer coils.
- Tape and insulate.
- Solder leads.
- Test coils.
- Package finished coils.
Where coil winders work
Coil winders work in electrical equipment factories.
Hours and schedule
Full time, often shifts.
Tasks you’ll do most often
- Set up winding machines
- Wind coils
- Count turns
- Tape and insulate
- Solder leads
- Test resistance
- Inspect coils
Tools you’ll use every day
- Winding machines
- Turn counters
- Soldering irons
- Ohmmeters
- Hipot testers
- Tape dispensers
The best and hardest parts of the job
What people like
- No degree needed
- Precise work
- Steady pace
- Indoor work
What’s hard
- Declining employment
- Repetitive
- Eye strain
- Modest pay
You’ll likely thrive if…
- I like precise work
- I’m patient
- I can focus
- I like electrical work
- I want steady work
- I don’t need a degree
Not sure? Take the free Coil Winder fit quiz or the Career Match Quiz.
Staying safe on the job
- Keep hands clear of winding machines
- Use hipot testers safely
- Ventilate soldering
- Wear eye protection