FAB Machine Operator Punch Press - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Options for paid and unpaid time off

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Asheville, NC, is hiring a FAB Machine Operator Punch Press for the 2nd shift, with competitive pay of $21 per hour. The operator will perform duties like observing safety rules, operating machinery, and ensuring quality production.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED, with experience in reading blueprints and using measuring tools. This role requires lifting up to 35 pounds and may demand overtime work, along with preferred machining certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Experience reading calipers, protractors, and tape measures.
• Experience reading blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and hygiene regulations.
• Operate equipment/machinery to produce parts.
• Inspect final components against work specifications.

Skills

Machining Certificate

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Protractors

Tape Measures

Job description

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

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

The shift hours are Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-2:00am.

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:

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

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution.
• Previous experience reading calipers, protractors and tape measures.
• Previous experience reading blueprints.
• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Arden, NC facility. 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:

• Machining Certificate.
• Previous experience in Fabrication.
• Previous DMM experience.

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.
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Internet (JOE), etc.
• Must be able to work overtime – weekdays and weekends.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

Benefits include health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and options for paid and unpaid time off.