Technician 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation•Kentwood, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Technician 1st Shift at our Grand Rapids, MI site. Producing electro-mechanical actuation components since 1963, our Grand Rapids facility has just under 200 employees. It's a leading supplier of secondary flight control systems and components for commercial and business aircraft OEMs. This is a 1st shift role, with core hours between 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday. This position is classified as a safety‑sensitive role under applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete a DOT‑required pre‑employment drug test. Individuals hired into this role remain subject to ongoing drug and/or alcohol testing, including random testing, in accordance with federal regulations. Eaton maintains a drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace and expects all applicants to understand and comply with these requirements.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
Associates Degree in Technical Field or equivalent of six (6) years in assembly and testing of electromechanical actuators or similar equipment.
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.
This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Grand Rapids, Michigan will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Ability to read, understand and follow product specifications, drawings, and work orders in English
Working knowledge of shop test equipment and testing procedures.
Know-how and ability to work with inspection gages, multi-meters, volt meters, force scales, torque wrenches, and electrical test equipment.
Knowledge of fundamental electrical components and mechanical physics. Ability to identify wire by color code.
Position includes standing, bending, twisting and the capability to lift / move up to 40lbs.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
Solder certification will be provided. Prior experience preferred in IPC certification J-STD001, 7711, A610.
Ability to cross train on a variety of hardware/sub-assemblies and test procedures.

Responsibilities

Assemble and test mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, and top assemblies to scheduled delivery date.
Prioritize work to ensure business goals are met.
Ensure activities are performed correctly and proper tooling and documentation is used.
Use test equipment to perform in process testing and final Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs).
Perform lock wire/safety wire and nameplate.
Perform visual inspection, identify any defective items and handle according to established procedures.
Assist in process improvements.
Support engineering on new production manufacturability.
Adhere to operational procedures and ensure tooling is in calibration before use.
Maintain clean and safe work area.
Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned. May be reassigned to cover workload in other areas of production as necessary.