Assembler - 2nd Shift - Davenport, IA

VetJobs; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Assembler for the 2nd Shift to assemble and disassemble life support and related equipment at our Davenport, IA facility. The role involves using a wide range of hand and power tools to create finished units meeting strict specifications.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED, basic math and blueprint reading skills, and the ability to troubleshoot and work with limited supervision in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• No immigration sponsorship; no CPT/OPT/STEM OPT/H-1B sponsorship.
• Must reside within 70 miles of Davenport, IA (active duty exempt).
• ITAR: U.S. person required for access to ITAR hardware.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble aerospace products from partial to complete.
• Replace malfunctioning parts and/or sub-assemblies as needed.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and rework non-conforming units.
• Perform drilling, countersinking, sanding, and deburring as required.
• Use hand and power tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and measuring/test equipment to produce finished units.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Readouts interpretation

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Drills

Sanders

Files

Grinders

Rivet guns

Paint equipment

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Eaton’s AER MSD Mission System Division is currently seeking a Assembler - 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $26.48 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.

What You’ll Do

The Assembler is responsible for assembling and disassembling a variety of life support, air‑to‑air refueling, and personal survival equipment systems.

In This Function, You Will

• Assemble and disassemble aerospace products, in any state, from partial to complete.
• Replace malfunctioning parts and/or sub‑assemblies, as necessary.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and rework non‑conforming units in order to return them to acceptable status.
• Perform drilling, countersinking, sanding, and deburring, if required.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, sanders, files, grinders, rivet guns, and paint equipment, as well as jigs, fixtures, gauges, and measuring and test equipment, to produce finished units that meet all stated requirements.

Auto req ID

481438BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited institution is required.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F‑1 to H‑1B, H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 70 miles of Davenport, IA, to be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, i.e., "Green Card Holder," Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing environment.

Position Criteria

• Must possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to read and evaluate various types of readouts and presentations, including blueprints, assembly drawings, sketches, and analysis sheets, to determine the status of units and/or their components.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot units using appropriate equipment.
• Must be skilled in the use of various kinds of power tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and measuring and test equipment, as required by the job.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in fitting, adjusting, compensating, and testing various components under close tolerances using prescribed methods.
• Must be able to follow both oral and written instructions when performing job duties.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.

City*

Davenport

State*

Iowa

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Eaton