Machine Operator - Copper Shop (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation•Greenwood, SC
•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Machine Operator - Copper Shop (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $20.00/hour per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. CORE HOURS: MONDAY - THURSDAY (5AM - 3PM). Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In the Fabrication Technician, you will fabricate parts from steel, aluminum and cast metals according to the specifications in the blueprints. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality, and productivity goals. Contribute to a safe, engaged, and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties. Work from travel document, blueprints and oral or written instructions to setup, operate and perform periodic maintenance on a variety of machines including the shear, Finn Power, Prima, Horizontal Press Brakes/Benders, and Trumpf Laser. Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate concerns appropriately. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production. Be responsible for quality, including measuring finished parts with tape measure and/or calipers, visual inspections of material, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors. Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary. Responsible for proper functions of machinery and troubleshooting issues. Prepare machines for daily operation ensuring proper setup and safety checks. Inspect finish product for defects and ensure compliance with quality. Communicate equipment issues or improvement suggestions to supervisors or team leads.

Requirements

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
  • No relocation assistance is available.
  • Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered.
  • Active-Duty Military Service members are exempt from this geographical requirement.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience as a machine operator or a graduate of a machine certificate program.
  • Experience in sheet metal fabrication including experience with standard punch and bend tooling and processes.
  • Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams or drawings, or operating instructions.
  • Experience with measuring devices (i.e. tape measure and calipers)
  • Experience with Eaton systems including DMM and AS-400.

Responsibilities

  • Fabricate parts from steel, aluminum and cast metals according to the specifications in the blueprints.
  • Effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
  • Contribute to a safe, engaged, and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
  • Work from travel document, blueprints and oral or written instructions to setup, operate and perform periodic maintenance on a variety of machines including the shear, Finn Power, Prima, Horizontal Press Brakes/Benders, and Trumpf Laser.
  • Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate concerns appropriately.
  • Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
  • Be responsible for quality, including measuring finished parts with tape measure and/or calipers, visual inspections of material, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
  • Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.
  • Responsible for proper functions of machinery and troubleshooting issues.
  • Prepare machines for daily operation ensuring proper setup and safety checks.
  • Inspect finish product for defects and ensure compliance with quality.
  • Communicate equipment issues or improvement suggestions to supervisors or team leads.

Benefits

  • Health and Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work
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