Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation•South Milwaukee, WI
•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is hiring a Machine Operator for its second-shift team at the South Milwaukee, Wisconsin facility. The hourly rate is $22.50, plus a $2.50-per-hour shift premium. The scheduled shift is 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; overtime may extend beyond those hours and may be mandatory at times. The operator works in manual machining work centers, operating multiple machines and maintaining production, inspection, and quality standards. The role also includes using measuring instruments, performing housekeeping and autonomous maintenance tasks, and completing other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • At least six months of previous manufacturing, military, or related experience.
  • Ability to walk and stand for an eight-hour shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to lift 48 pounds and push or pull 48 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must currently reside within 50 miles of the work location; active-duty military service member candidates are exempt from this geographical limitation.
  • Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of experience operating manual drill-and-pin, deburring, or saw machines.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain tolerances, inspection requirements, and production standards.
  • Meet or exceed quality and quantity standards.
  • Operate multiple machines in manual machining work centers.
  • Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring instruments proficiently.
  • Perform general housekeeping according to 5S+ standards and complete autonomous maintenance tasks.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Operate workstations effectively and learn to work across multiple machine cells.
  • Work in a team matrix environment.
  • Work overtime, weekends, and any shift as needed.

Benefits

  • Health benefits and vacation time available from the first day of employment.
  • Up to 12 paid holidays.
  • Weekly pay.
  • $2.50-per-hour shift premiums for off shifts.
  • 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.
  • Other health and welfare benefits and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
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