Inspector - 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation • Waukesha, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is hiring an Inspector C for its Waukesha, Wisconsin assembly plant. The role performs assembly inspections and electrical testing of single- and three-phase transformers and regulators at various plant locations, following established procedures and monitoring conformance to quality standards. The position’s core hours are 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; overtime may extend beyond those hours and may be mandatory at times. The hourly rate is $24.45.

The Inspector conducts a range of electrical tests, checks unit nameplates and visual details throughout assembly, performs weekly oil sample tests, and carries out minor test-equipment maintenance. The position also supports Engineering and Manufacturing with shop-floor problem identification and resolution, completes forms and records inspection results, collects data, and follows EQMS policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience. Candidates must be able to work in the United States without current or future corporate sponsorship. No relocation benefit is offered; candidates generally must live within 50 miles of the work location, with an exception for active-duty military service member candidates. The work involves physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, twisting, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, and pulling, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• At least one year of manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to interpret prints and applicable engineering and quality specifications.
• Ability to meet or exceed quality and productivity standards.
• Demonstrated effective communication with the team and supervisor.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform other essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Education in AC/DC fundamentals, or equivalent knowledge of electrical prints or schematics (minimum of one year).
• Previous electrical inspection or troubleshooting experience, or equivalent experience in electronics or electrical assembly, HVAC, or variable frequency drive assembly.
• At least one year of transformer or electronics and electrical testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform required electrical tests on assembled single- and three-phase transformers and regulators, including ratio, resistance, continuity, VFI, CT, hipot (applied potential), OX (induced), impulse, power factor, load loss, and core loss tests.
• Inspect unit nameplates, stamp impedance values on nameplates, and secure nameplates to tested units.
• Visually inspect units throughout assembly, including the core/coil, unit interior, paint thickness, exterior, and decal or stencil placement.
• Complete weekly oil sample tests.
• Perform minor maintenance on test equipment.
• Perform special routine tests when required.
• Assist Engineering and Manufacturing with identifying and resolving shop-floor problems.
• Complete company forms to communicate inspection status and other information and document inspection results according to established procedures.
• Collect data according to established procedures.
• Understand and follow EQMS policies.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time available from the first day of employment.
• Up to 12 paid holidays.
• Weekly pay.
• Shift premiums of $2.50 per hour for off shifts and opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• 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