Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift)

Eaton; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits on first day

Vacation after 60 days

13 Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Career progression opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift) in Lincoln, IL. The role involves setting up, assembling, and repairing devices, with routine quality checks to ensure top quality. You will move materials and finished devices to designated areas while following environmental guidelines.

This position offers hourly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for overtime and career progression within the company’s ARS division.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must reside within the Lincoln, IL area (70 miles).
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration status for this position.
• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and repair as needed.
• Perform quality and SPC checks to ensure device quality.
• Move materials and finished devices to designated areas as required.
• Adhere to environmental guidelines and pollution prevention practices.

Skills

Hand speed

Mental agility

Strong work ethic

Proficient using hand tools

Proficient using power tools

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Career Opportunities: Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift) (75689)

Requisition ID75689-Posted10/15/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ARSdivision is currently seeking aEntry Level Assembler (1st Shift).The hourly rate for this position is20.49/hr 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.

HOURS: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Why work at Eaton?Below are a few of theoutstandingbenefits we offer:

• Health benefits offered on first day of your employment!
• Vacation available after 60 days of employment
• 13 Paid holidays
• Weekly pay
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Overtime opportunities
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

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What you’ll do:

• Set up, assembly, and repairing when necessary
• Perform quality and SPC checks where necessary to produce good quality devices
• Share in handling all materials used in the cell and the movement of finished devices to designated areas
• Adhere to and support all facility environmental guidelines and procedures to identify additional pollution prevention projects to reduce waste and raw material consumption.

Position Criteria:

• Must stand up to 8 hours a day
• Requires hand speed and mental agility
• Strong Work Ethic
• Consistent overtime
• Proficient using hand/power tools

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from and accredited association
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate Lincoln, ILarea (70 miles) will be considered for this position. 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, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience

Skills:

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