Crane Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Career progression

Retirement benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Crane Operator for the 2nd shift in Wisconsin. The role supports the Lincoln Avenue production line, operating an overhead crane to boost productivity and capacity.

The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments, and a hourly rate of $24.45–$25.92. Overtime may be mandatory; weekly pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Overhead crane experience—minimum 1 year.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operate the 25-ton crane and support the production line.
• Assist Final Assemblers with cover assembly and cabinet installation.
• Determine parts to kit from the Order Process Sheet for Final Assembly and unload tanks/cabinets.
• Build pallets per specifications and shrink wrap transformers.
• Operate material handling equipment including walkies, forklifts, and overhead cranes.
• Assist Welders with covers, leak testing, and crane operation.
• Back-up to Material Attendants to unload interplant trucks and deliver materials.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

JIB crane operation

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

JIB crane

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Crane Operator - 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is a range of $24.45 - $25.92 per hour. The hours for this shift are 3pm - 11pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

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

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000* paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.

Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2024 to qualify.
• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What You’ll Do

The Crane Operator/ Production Support Operator supports the Lincoln Avenue production line to provide increased productivity and capacity where it is most needed. The function will require operation of an overhead crane.

In This Function, You Will

• Assist Painters by prepping units, operating ovens, and operating the 25-ton crane.
• Assist Final Assemblers with bolted cover assembly, cabinet installation, and throat installation.
• Determine from the Order Process Sheet what parts need to be kitted for Final Assembly. This includes assembling kits, unloading/retrieving tanks, and cabinets.
• Build pallets per specifications and shrink wrap transformers.
• Operate all material handling equipment such as walkies, forklifts, and overhead cranes.
• Assist Welders by building covers, leak testing, retrieving tanks/radiators, and crane operation.
• Serve as a back-up to Material Attendants to help unload interplant trucks and deliver materials to Final Assembly

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Minimum of one year of overhead crane experience.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience.
• Experience operating a JIB crane.
• Experience operating an overhead crane that can lift up to 30 tons.

Skills

• Competency of pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations

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