Machine Shop Operator - 1st Shift

Eaton CorporationSanta Ana, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Machine Shop Operator - 1st Shift. We are a leader in the design and production of critical power distribution products for many specific segments. The Machine Shop Worker- 1st Shift role offers a full-time work week of 40 hours and potential overtime. Hours: 5:00 AM- 1:30 PM. Full Benefits and 401k plan are offered to you day one of employment. The hourly rate for this position is $24.75 per hour. 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. Active-Duty Military candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.This position requires the ability to make, install, and repair a wide variety of sheet-metal products. When fabricating a product, this individual selects a suitable sheet of material and lays out the work, following blueprints, sketches, work orders, or verbal instructions. They locate and mark reference points, using shop mathematics to calculate angles and curves. Next, they cut the flat material and shape it into a three-dimensional form, using hand and power-driven tolls and fabricating machines.

Requirements

  • Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
  • High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
  • 2+ years of applicable experience
  • Experience with weld light, heavy gauge aluminum, stainless steel, brass work
  • 1 year of experience in manufacturing
  • Ability to develop own stretch outs, shear cuts, and layout.
  • Ability to read and understand written material, including production, and inspection materials
  • Ability to meet specified production standards
  • Ability to perform inspection of work performed to maintain quality standards
  • Ability to lift to 40 pounds
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Possess knowledge of basic math

Nice To Haves

  • Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and run punch press, power shear, hydraulic, mechanical power break, EHRT machine, and other fabrication equipment.
  • Prepare metal parts, fixtures, and equipment for fabrication.
  • Maintain sheet metal equipment
  • Read drawings and sketches of work to be performed
  • Operate light metalworking machines such as shears, brakes, punches, and drill presses to cut, bend, drill, shape, or straighten sheet metal.
  • Fit and join sheet metal parts using riveter, welding, soldering, and similar equipment to fabricate products
  • Grind and buff seams, joints, and rough surfaces
  • Inspect product quality and installation to ensure conformance to specifications
  • Print work orders, check revision levels, and print dispatch lists
  • Move material using a forklift or pallet jack

Benefits

  • Full Benefits
  • 401k plan
  • Health and Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work
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