Programming Tech - 1st Shift

Eaton CorporationSouth Milwaukee, WI
$31Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s Power Reliability Division is currently seeking an ME Technician to join our team. This position is based at our South Milwaukee, WI facility. The department one Programmer is a machining subject matter expert that is responsible for programming, proving out, and implementing machining processes that will impact production throughout the facility. In this role, you will be expected to fluently program CNC controllers, identify tooling, design fixturing and complete standard work. You will be responsible for understanding various work processes and assisting the Manufacturing Engineer with projects within the department. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

Requirements

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum 5+ years of reading machining and engineering prints.
  • Minimum 5+ years of machine set up experience and fixture installation.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of the work location will be considered.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with operating G&M code CNC machines
  • Experience programming Fanuc controllers and editing G&M code
  • Formal technical training or degree in manufacturing trades
  • Experience with CAD/CAM and solid modeling software
  • Ability to operate all workstations effectively
  • Ability to learn and operate in multiple machine cells
  • Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and any shift as needed
  • Ability to assist in process creation, and standardization

Responsibilities

  • Assist or lead the training and development of other machinist as assigned
  • Maintain setup sheets and other standard work documents
  • Make programs and adjustments for CNC machines
  • Responsible for first line trouble shooting of programming issues
  • Operate and maintain multiple types of machines for trial runs, and fixture creation
  • Assist quality and engineering teams with troubleshooting, and new product development
  • Partner with production planning to align various work centers to meet production demands
  • Identify required tooling for new machine processes

Benefits

  • Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
  • Paid holidays - up to 12!
  • Weekly pay
  • Shift premiums - $2.50/hr 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, and more!
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