Production Technician (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation•Windsor, CT

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is hiring a Production Technician for its Panelboard / Switchboard Satellite Operation. The position’s core hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and the stated rate is $21.00 per hour. The role is eligible for a variable incentive program; pay may vary based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations. The technician wires, assembles, fits, and mounts subassemblies, components, and fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment. Work includes preparing assemblies for testing and final inspection and using established procedures and equipment to check electrical and mechanical integrity. The technician assembles panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specifications using electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions, and helps maintain quality, production progress, and safe, orderly work areas. The position requires cross-training and flexibility across functions according to development and business needs. Candidates must currently live within 50 miles of the work location, except active-duty military service member candidates, who are exempt from this geographical limitation. No relocation benefit or employment immigration sponsorship is offered.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in an assembly-related role using hand and/or power tools, or completion of a one-year technical school diploma from an accredited institution. Experience in automotive repair, construction, carpentry, or other assembly environments may qualify.
Must be able to work overtime as required.
Must be able to lift 35 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to work and contribute in a small team and flex according to production demands.
Ability to communicate effectively in speech, writing, and reading.
Ability to follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
Must currently reside within 50 miles of the work location; active-duty military service member candidates are exempt from this geographic restriction.
Eaton does not offer employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related experience.
Experience using wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow to install the correct wires.
Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly.
Experience using manual and electric tools, drill presses, press brakes, fork trucks, jib cranes, templates or fixtures, hand carts, tape measures, storage and packaging materials, and prescribed safety equipment.

Responsibilities

Wire, assemble, fit, and mount subassemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment.
Perform assembly work needed for test preparation and final inspection.
Use established power-checking procedures and equipment to verify the electrical and mechanical integrity of assembled units.
Meet assigned quantity and quality requirements.
Assemble panelboards and/or switchboards to customer specifications using electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions.
Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes.
Use tools such as wire strippers and pliers to wire and assemble panelboards and/or switchboards.
Maintain expected job progress and communicate problems or part shortages.
Receive and put away materials; prepare finished products for shipment.
Recommend improvements related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health as part of Lean initiatives.
Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas according to established 5S guidelines.
Cross-train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.
Observe safe work practices, help keep teammates aware of health and safety practices, participate in safety training, and demonstrate competency.
Attend and actively participate in site meetings and training.

Benefits

Health benefits and vacation time available from the first day of employment.
Paid holidays.
Bi-weekly pay.
Career progression and cross-training opportunities that may increase compensation.
Overtime opportunities.
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; availability may depend on eligibility factors.