Coupling Operator - 3rd Shift

Eaton; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s IS AER FED division in Beltsville, MD is seeking a Coupling Operator on the 3rd shift to operate and maintain the deburring cell, inspection equipment, and bend press. The core hours are 11 pm to 7 am, Monday through Friday, with a 10% shift premium to the base hourly rate.

Responsibilities include inspecting retainers, deburring, reaming holes, tumbling, and polishing, along with ensuring parts meet specifications. Thi s role requires safety gear and physical stamina for long shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration for this position.
• No relocation benefit; within 50 miles of Beltsville, MD.
• Export-controlled info; must be a U.S. person as defined by law.
• Preferred: 2+ years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the deburring cell, inspection equipment, and bend press.
• Inspect coupling retainers with inspection machines and record data.
• Deburr and remove raised edges using grinders and sanders.
• Ream holes and operate various automatic machines.
• Tumble and mechanically polish coupling retainers.
• Bend raw material and inspect parts to spec.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer use

Engineering drawings

Oil/dirt/heat exposure

Safety gear

Long shifts

Lift 35lbs

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER FED division is currently seeking a Coupling Operator - 3rd Shift to join our team in Beltsville, MD!

The core hours for this role are 11 pm - 7 am, M-F.

The hourly rate for this position is $20 per hour + 10% shift premium.

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 Couplings Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the deburring cell, digital inspection equipment, and bend press machine.

In This Role, You Will

• Inspect coupling retainers using inspection machines and print data. Record manual measurement data utilizing basic inspection tools, such as a height gauge and drop indicator.


• Use deburring tools, such as grinders and sanders, to remove raised edges and remaining material attached to coupling retainers.


• Ream holes in coupling retainers and operate various automatic machines.


• Perform tumbling and mechanical polishing on coupling retainers.


• Bend raw material using automatic machine and inspect parts to ensure they are within specifications.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent from accredited institution


• 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 offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.


• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.

Skills

• Must be able to use the computer.


• Read and comprehend specifications, engineering drawings, and manufacturing routings.


• Position requires exposure to oil, dirt, and heat.


• Must wear safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel toed shoes for entire shift.


• Ability to stand, sit, move 8-12 hours a day with or without reasonable accommodation.


• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs on a regular basis with or without reasonable accommodation.

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