Heat Treat Operator - Nights

Eaton Corporation•Kings Mountain, NC

1d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is seeking a Heat Treat Operator for its Kings Mountain, North Carolina facility. This position sets up and operates assigned machines, gauging equipment, and blast-cleaning equipment used to process machined components before and after heat treating. The operator loads and unloads metal parts from furnaces, operates furnace loading and pushing devices, and manages load/unload cars to support efficient heat-treat cycles. The position works nights, from 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. The posted pay range is $22.15–$27.60 per hour, with scheduled pay increases after six months and one year of service. Pay depends on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Kings Mountain facility, except active-duty military members; relocation assistance is not available. Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. Eaton announced its intent to separate its Mobility Group into an independent, publicly traded company, with completion expected by the end of the first quarter of 2027. Compensation and benefits initially offered for this position are based on Eaton’s plans, programs, and practices. If an employee is actively employed by the Mobility Group when the separation closes, the new company will provide further details about compensation and benefits at that time. Eaton offers health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors, including location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
At least 1 year of machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
Must reside within 50 miles of the Kings Mountain, NC facility; active-duty military members are exempt.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate assigned machines, gauging equipment, and blast-cleaning equipment used to process machined components before and after heat-treat operations.
Load and unload metal parts from heat-treat furnaces and operate furnace loading and pushing devices.
Manage load/unload cars to support efficient completion of heat-treat cycles.
Operate blast-cleaning equipment and auxiliary systems to clean heat-treated parts.
Assemble metal gears, shafts, washers, and related components onto fixtures according to the computerized Load Plan.
Maintain the Heat Treat management system, logs, Rockwell inspection tags, and test pin load identification numbers.
Interpret blueprints to apply no-carb paint for masking.
Assist furnace technicians and maintenance personnel as needed.
Perform minor and preventive maintenance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team efforts toward department and plant goals.