Crane Operator - 2nd shift

Eaton; Waukesha (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading company as a Crane Operator on the 2nd shift! This role involves operating an overhead crane and supporting production activities to enhance productivity. You'll be responsible for assisting various departments, including painters and assemblers, while ensuring safe and efficient operations. With a competitive hourly rate, shift premiums, and a generous sign-on bonus, this position offers a great opportunity for career progression. Enjoy excellent benefits from day one, including health coverage and paid holidays. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Health benefits

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Career progression opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum one year of overhead crane experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane and assist in production line tasks.
• Prepare units and assist with assembly and material handling.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Hand tools

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Material handling equipment

Job description

Eaton’s is currently seeking a Crane Operator - 2nd shift to join our team on Lincoln Ave. in Waukesha, WI!

The hourly range for this position is $22.30 per hour + $2.50/hr shift premium.

The core hours are 3 pm - 11 pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

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.

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

*Bonus terms:

1. Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1^st, 2025 to qualify.
2. Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
3. Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

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

1. Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
2. Paid holidays - up to 12!
3. Weekly pay
4. Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
5. Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
6. 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:

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

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
2. Minimum of one year of overhead crane experience.
3. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
4. 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:

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

Skills:

1. Competency of pneumatic, hydraulic, and hand tools.
2. Ability to work overtime when required.
3. 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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