Continuous Improvement Technician

Eaton; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive program

Health and Welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician in El Paso, TX. This role involves analyzing and implementing improvement ideas, supporting safety initiatives, and participating in Kaizen Events. Candidates should have a high school diploma and one year of manufacturing experience. Proficiency with CAD tools and the ability to work in a team are essential. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school or GED from an accredited institution.
• One year of manufacturing experience.
• Candidates must be within a 50-mile radius of El Paso, TX.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and execute improvement opportunities in Continuous Improvement programs.
• Support in EHS initiatives.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement forums.

Skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Conflict-resolution skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Commitment to continuous learning

Education

High school or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

AS400

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician at 7800 Trade Center Avenue in El Paso, TX. The regulary scheduled hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm. The rate for this position is $28.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. 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

Analyze and execute all the improvement opportunities detected in the Continuous Improvement programs such as: Raising the bar, Safety findings, Kaizen Events, 5S+ Audits, Gemba walk, Problem Solving Initiatives, Corrective and preventive maintenance. This position will also promote participation in continuous improvements among production department employees.

• Analysis and implementation of “improvement ideas” generated by Eaton’s associates.
• Support in EHS initiatives.
• Active participation in Kaizen Events.
• Quick jobs (cutting, welding, assembly of structures, etc.).
• Installation of guards and basic repairs (corrections) in the production line.
• Participate in and promote Continuous Improvement forums.
• Support to Value Stream Engineers (according to work plan).
• Manufacturing of prototypes, such as guards, fixtures, accessories, worktables, etc. (not mass production).

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school or GED from an accredited institution.
• One year of manufacturing experience.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of El Paso, TX will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• 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 cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read engineering drawings, understanding of basic CAD and drafting principles.
• Experience with CAD or engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks), Microsoft Office, and AS400.
• Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting manufacturing equipment or MES systems.

Position Criteria

• Familiarity with basic Lean manufacturing tools (5S, waste identification, standard work, etc.).

Skills

• Strong organizational, presentation, facilitation, and conflict‑resolution capabilities.
• Ability to operate equipment, machinery, and computer systems including Windows, MS Office, and industrial software.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and driving CI culture.

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