CNC Machining Team Lead 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation•Irvine, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is hiring a CNC Machining Team Lead in Irvine, California. The role leads and coordinates CNC Machinists and is responsible for developing and improving precision machining and manufacturing processes, as well as department personnel, through leadership and accountability for department matters. The position pays $40 per hour and is eligible for a 3% annual variable incentive pay plan. Core hours are 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; overtime may extend these hours and may be mandatory. Benefits eligibility and PTO begin on day one. The company also offers paid parental leave and a 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • At least 5 years of experience reading machining and engineering prints.
  • At least 5 years of manual and/or CNC machine setup experience and fixture installation.
  • Must meet the U.S. person requirement for access to export-controlled information: U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
  • Must reside within 50 miles of Irvine, California; active-duty military are exempt from this geographical requirement.
  • Ability to walk and stand for an 8-hour shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to lift 44 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to use and operate tools and equipment consistent with the job.
  • Familiarity with production schedules.
  • Working knowledge of operational practices, design, and functions.
  • Ability to use or learn SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
  • Some familiarity and experience with LEAN tools.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of experience in a leadership role.
  • For internal applicants, Machinist II accreditations attained through the internal assessment process.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate activities of CNC Machinists.
  • Develop and improve precision machining and manufacturing processes and department personnel.
  • Inspect products for conformance to specifications and direct machine setup and adjustments.
  • Set up and operate machines as needed.
  • Follow manufacturing processes and ensure employees follow them.
  • Interpret company policies for employees and enforce OSHA, EPA, DNR, and other agency safety regulations.
  • Carry out emergency evacuation and contingency plans for designated plants.
  • Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders for employees and assign duties.
  • Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
  • Analyze and resolve work problems or assist in solving them.
  • Schedule work for machines and employees according to production planning direction, and monitor progress.
  • Train employees.

Benefits

  • Day-one eligibility for benefits.
  • Day-one PTO.
  • Paid parental leave for all.
  • 401(k) with company match and contribution.
  • Health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
  • 3% annual variable incentive pay plan.
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