Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 22,503 - 32,049; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation after 60 days

13 paid holidays

Weekly pay

Career progression opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking an Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift) in Lincoln, IL. The role focuses on setting up, assembling, and repairing devices, while performing quality checks to ensure high standards.

Benefits include health coverage from day one, paid holidays, and weekly pay. Hours are 3:30PM to Midnight, with overtime opportunities and potential cross‑training in different departments to increase compensation.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
• Only candidates residing within the immediate Lincoln, IL area (70 miles) will be considered; active‑Duty military service members are exempt.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and repair as necessary.
• Perform quality and SPC checks where necessary to produce good quality devices.
• Handle 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.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking an Entry Level Assembler (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $19.80/hr, and the position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Hours: 3:30PM – Midnight.

Benefits

• Health benefits offered on first day of 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
• Retirement benefits
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and repair as necessary
• Perform quality and SPC checks where necessary to produce good quality devices
• Handle 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
• Attention to detail (accuracy)
• Consistent overtime
• Proficient using hand/power tools

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma/GED from an accredited association
• Only candidates residing within the immediate Lincoln, IL area (70 miles) will be considered; active‑Duty military service members are exempt
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience

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