EE was attempting to remove the pull cord/rope used to pull spool of the Grinh Winch. When the cord/rope begin to reel in catching the employees left middle finger causing it to strike the side of the winch. EE was wearing gloves. EE was taken to the ER diagnosed with a fracture and released back to work with restrictions. EE was seen on 3/22 by ortho specialist and taken off work.