Assembly & Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation•Orchard Park, NY

22h•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is hiring an Assembly & Test Technician at its Orchard Park, New York facility. The role performs assembly and testing processes on aerospace hardware, develops hardware and functional test setups, works with high-pressure gases, and collaborates with engineering to deliver quality aerospace components and systems. The technician coordinates with the Production Supervisor about part availability, equipment, production status, and schedule updates to support on-time delivery. Assembly and testing must be completed in accordance with site systems, procedures, and the certified operator system. The position is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Compensation is $24.00–$28.50 per hour, plus a $2.50-per-hour shift differential. The posting notes that compensation is a general guideline and depends on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
At least 2 years of relevant manufacturing or mechanical experience, or military experience.
Demonstrated ability to use hand tools and measuring equipment.
Ability to follow work instructions and perform tasks without supervision.
Must live within 50 miles.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Basic understanding of pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Basic experience with ERP systems and standard Microsoft applications.
Knowledge or experience with assembly and test requirements and the ability to evaluate mechanical systems.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma with skilled-trade certification, an associate degree, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of aerospace manufacturing or assembly and test experience.
Demonstrated ability to complete the required technical skills, use hand tools and measuring equipment, and follow work instructions independently.
Ability to communicate effectively, manage time, and adapt to various work environments.
Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, cellular manufacturing, one-piece flow, and continuous improvement concepts.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.
Obtain and maintain Certified Operator Status, including job-specific training and certifications and ERP system data entry in accordance with site guidelines.
Perform assembly and test operations on production hardware using written instructions and applicable site procedures.
Independently perform low- and moderate-complexity assembly and test operations.
Conduct low- to moderate-complexity product testing with test equipment and written acceptance test documents.
Follow product quality requirements and non-conforming material processes; report findings and generate non-conforming hardware documentation.
Troubleshoot low- to moderate-complexity issues involving pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems with minimal supervision.
Communicate and coordinate production needs, status, equipment, part availability, and schedule updates with the Production Supervisor.