Electrical Assembly Technician (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation • Glendale Heights, IL

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician (1st Shift). This position is responsible for a wide range of skills including wire, assemble, fit, and mount sub-assemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment. The role involves performing assembly required for test preparation and final inspection, using established power checking procedures and equipment to verify electrical/mechanical integrity of units assembled. All assignments must be performed within acceptable quantity and perfect quality requirements. The technician will assemble panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specifications based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions using hand and power tools. They will inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes. The role also includes receiving and putting away material, preparing finished products for shipment, performing Lean Initiatives, and cross-training across functions.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of experience in an assembly related role with the use of hand and/or power tools (experience in automotive repairs, construction, carpentry, or other assembly type environments will be considered) or completion of a one-year Technical School diploma from an accredited institution.
• Must be able to interact and contribute in a small team environment and ability to flex according to production demands.
• Lift 35lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in all written and verbal formats (speech, writing, reading).
• Ability to follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
• Keep yourself and teammates aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing fellow employee work practices and incorporating safety.
• Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Attend and actively participate in site meetings and trainings.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related experience.
• Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow to install correct wires.
• Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly.
• Experience using various tools including: manual/electric tools, drill press, press brake, fork truck, jib crane, template/fixtures, hand carts, tape measure, storage/packaging materials and prescribed safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wire, assemble, fit and mount sub-assemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment.
• Perform assembly required for test preparation and final inspection.
• Use established power checking procedures and equipment to verify electrical/mechanical integrity of units assembled.
• Perform all assignments within acceptable quantity and perfect quality requirements in keeping within assigned functions.
• Assemble panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specification based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions with the use of hand and power tools.
• Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes.
• Use various tools, such as wire strippers and plyers to perform the electrical wiring assembly of panelboards and/or switchboards.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
• Receive and put away material; prepare finished products for shipment.
• Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and work area per established 5S guidelines.
• Cross-train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays
• Bi-Weekly pay
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Wellness Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED