Assembly and Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Jackson, MS is seeking an Assembly and Test Technician on a 2nd shift (3:30 pm–12:00 am). The role is onsite, with an hourly rate of $23.04 plus a $1/hour shift differential. Salaries are based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

The candidate will assemble and test sub-assemblies and motors, troubleshoot, read schematics, and ensure quality data is documented. Compliance with DOT/FAA-related safety and drug-testing requirements is included.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mechanical assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting in manufacturing, military, or aviation environments.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• No relocation benefit; candidates must reside within Jackson, MS area (50 miles).
• Must be a U.S. person due to export-controlled information requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and builds non-Marine & Defense sub-assemblies, rotating group, pumps, and motors with close tolerances.
• Completes all required quality and customer information on reports and documents.
• Troubleshoots and repairs pumps and motors to full operational status.
• Sets up and operates all assembly department test stands; may operate two stands if automated.
• Reads and interprets test procedures and transfers data to quality reports.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Assembly and Test Technician - 2nd Shift at our Jackson, MS facility! This is an onsite Monday - Friday role. The hours for this shift are 3:30 pm - 12:00 am.

The hourly rate for this position is $23.04 plus $1/hour shift differential per hour.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

• Assembles and builds all non-Marine & Defense sub-assemblies, rotating group, pumps, and motors having close tolerances and critical operating requirements where fitting, alignment, and adjustment are precise.
• Completes all required quality and customer information on reports and documents.
• Troubleshoot and repair to full operational status, all REO and failed test stand pumps and motors.
• Sets up and/or operates all assembly department test stands without assistance and maintains appropriate requirements. In cases where automated test stands are present, operator may be responsible for the operation of two stands.
• Reads and interprets test procedures to determine if the unit meets all applicable quality and standards requirements. Read gauges as required by the test procedures and transfers applicable/required data to defined quality reports and documents.
• Interpret hydraulic schematics, pressure gauges, strip recorders and test stand \"х-y\" plots. Must be able to read and interpret assembly and component prints and component maintenance manuals as may be required.
• Responsible for the cleaning and packing operations required for the rotating group processing.
• Utilizes hand tools in building and testing units. Employs measurement instrumentation such micrometers, venire calipers, etc. to check/verify dimensional assembly requirements as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in all working areas maintaining that area to the highest degree of cleanliness required for assembly operations.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum two (2) years of experience performing complete mechanical assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting in a manufacturing, military, or aviation environment -OR- Associate degree
• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of Jackson, MS (50 miles) will be considered for this position.
• 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.

Position Criteria:

Safety‑Sensitive Position - Drug & Alcohol Testing - 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. Additional information is available from the site Designated Employer Representative (DER) or the FAA Drug Abatement Division: About the Drug Abatement Division | Federal Aviation Administration.

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