Molding Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation•Camarillo, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER ITD division is hiring a Molding Operator at its Camarillo, California facility. The position’s core hours are 2:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pay is $20.00 per hour, plus a $2.00-per-hour shift differential. This is a direct-hire position with day-one access to healthcare, accident insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off; other benefits are described in Eaton’s benefits materials. The Molding Operator sets up equipment, prepares compounds, and processes a variety of assemblies, including standard and special connectors, following written and verbal instructions. The role operates and maintains molding presses and auxiliary equipment and performs setup, production, inspection, documentation, rework, and packaging tasks while following safety and aerospace quality requirements. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience. No relocation benefit is offered; candidates must reside within 50 miles of Camarillo. Because the role involves access to export-controlled information, the applicant must meet the stated U.S.-person eligibility criteria. The work also involves lifting up to 30 pounds, handling parts with bending, reaching, and twisting, and using hand tools.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Must meet the stated U.S.-person eligibility criteria for access to export-controlled information: U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
Must reside within 50 miles of Camarillo, California; no relocation benefit is offered.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to read, follow, and understand verbal instructions, product and process specifications, drawings, and work orders.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and handle components and assemblies using bending, reaching, and twisting movements, as well as hand tools.
Ability to recognize and report assembly problems and equipment breakdowns to supervision.
Good manual dexterity for assembling small, intricate parts.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating injection molding or transfer molding presses in aerospace, medical, or another regulated manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality management systems and related documentation requirements.
Knowledge of resin handling, material drying, lot traceability, and shelf-life controls.
Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of molding defects such as short shots, flash, burn marks, and dimensional variation.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or 5S practices.
Strong attention to detail and a history of maintaining low defect and scrap rates.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, shift schedules, and production demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up equipment, prepare compounds, and process assemblies such as standard and special connectors according to written and verbal instructions.
Operate, monitor, and maintain molding presses and auxiliary equipment for continuous, efficient, and safe production.
Perform mold setups, changeovers, and minor adjustments according to work instructions, engineering specifications, and Work Orders.
Verify machine settings, part identification, and process parameters against product and customer requirements before and during production.
Complete required documentation, including routers, inspection records, scrap logs, and production reports.
Identify, troubleshoot, and report molding defects, assembly issues, and equipment malfunctions to supervision or maintenance.
Rework or repair molded and assembled parts according to engineering changes, repair instructions, and approved procedures.
Read and follow blueprints, specifications, illustrations, work instructions, and visual aids to determine the correct sequence of operations.
Perform packaging tasks, including bagging, labeling, and boxing, in accordance with Work Orders and shipment requirements.
Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and housekeeping standards to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
Support continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies, quality concerns, and cost-reduction opportunities.
Maintain compliance with aerospace quality systems, including traceability, configuration control, and controlled documentation.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of department and business needs.