FAB Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a FAB Machine Operator for the Arden, NC area on 2nd shift. The role involves operating fabricating machinery to process raw materials, following safety rules, and interpreting work orders.

Responsibilities include setting up PLC/Analog/manual machines, producing parts, inspecting against specs, maintaining tools, and completing paperwork. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills; machining cert is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Machining certificate is a plus.
• Familiarity with measuring tools (calipers, protractors, tape).
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret writings.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and hygiene regulations.
• Understand/receive work assignments from Supervisor.
• Perform initial setup for PLC, Analog, or Manual machines.
• Operate equipment to produce parts.
• Interpret work orders, Kanban cards, and drawings.
• Complete necessary paperwork and system transactions.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials for continuous operation.
• Inspect final components against work specifications.
• Perform operator maintenance on machining equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training for new Operators.
• Perform TPM and 5S+ responsibilities daily.
• Complete any other tasks from management or leads.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Calipers reading

Protractors reading

Tape measure reading

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Machining Certificate

Tools

DMM experience

Basic Computer skills

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a FAB Machine Operator - 2nd Shift.

This position is based at our Arden, NC location.

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.

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 essential function of the FAB Machine Operator is to perform technical fabrication operations on raw materials throughout the Fabrication Department using metal processing machinery.

• A. Observe all safety rules and hygiene regulations
• B. Understand / Receive work assignments, oral or written instructions from Supervisor
• C. Perform initial set-up for operation on PLC, Analog, or Manual controlled machines
• D. Operate equipment/machinery to produce parts
• E. Interpret work orders including written, Kanban cards, and drawings
• F. Complete necessary paperwork and system transactions
• G. Maintain tools, equipment, and materials for continuous operation
• H. Inspect final component against work specifications
• I. Perform necessary operator maintenance on machining and fabrication equipment
• J. Report abnormal situations and submit maintenance work orders to maintain equipment
• K. Provide on-the-job training for new Operators
• L. Perform TPM and 5S+ responsibilities daily
• M. Complete any other assigned tasks from management or leads

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited institution
• Basic Computer skills – Microsoft Office(Word), Internet, etc.
• 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 being 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Machining Certificate
• Previous experience in Fabrication
• DMM experience
• Able to read calipers, protractors and tape measures
• Able to read blueprints

Position Criteria:

• Able to lift 35 pounds – waist, shoulder, overhead
• Proven history of safe work habits and good attendance
• Must be able to work effectively without direct supervision
• Must be able to work overtime – weekdays and weekends

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.