Line Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and vacation time

Paid holidays up to 12

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Career progression opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Line Operator for 2nd Shift in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role involves operating the paint line system, loading and unloading parts, and ensuring safe operations for various components. Candidates should have the ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and preferably possess a high school diploma.

Offering an hourly rate of $21.45, plus a shift differential and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, this position comes with multiple benefits and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship.
• Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Waukesha will be considered.
• Active-duty military service members are exempt from the geographical limitation.

Responsibilities

• Operate the paint line system, including loading and unloading panels.
• Break down and hang cabinet kits and other parts on the paint line.
• Operate stacker and forklift trucks to move materials.

Skills

Understanding standard shop specifications

Ability to work overtime

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Line Operator – 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate is $21.45 plus a $2.50 shift differential. Salaries are based on skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

Benefits

• Health benefits and vacation time – available on day one.
• Paid holidays – up to 12.
• Weekly pay.
• Shift premiums – $2.50/hr for off shifts & opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross‑train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more.

This position offers a sign‑on bonus of $2,000, paid in two installments, less applicable withholding. Bonuses are available for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1, 2024 to qualify. Bonuses apply only to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply. Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

What you’ll do

• Operate the paint line system, including loading and unloading panels and large tanks.
• Break down and hang cabinet kits and other parts on the paint line; include covers, nut guards, and miscellaneous component parts.
• Unload parts onto pallets or carts without damage to painted surface.
• Prepare and hang large transformer and regulator tanks.
• Select proper hangers and hooks to ensure safe operations.
• Apply and remove thread protectors, masking tape, and perform visual inspections for conformance to standards.
• Operate drop sections, shuttle cars, towers, and rotators to hang tanks, cubicles, and racks with miscellaneous parts; operate controls for color and destination selection.
• Assemble cabinets and all related hardware for the Lincoln Ave. site.
• Contact supervision or Team Lead for disposition of non‑conforming parts.
• Physically mark part numbers, attach paperwork, and record dates where applicable.
• Operate stacker and forklift trucks to move material to and from storage and staging areas.
• Load and unload materials into and out of hook burn‑off oven.
• Load parts to satisfy production schedules and due dates.
• Identify specialty units from paperwork and assist painters to ensure proper painting and on‑time delivery.

Qualifications

• Required: Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of the work location will be considered; active‑duty military service members are exempt from the geographical limitation.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.

Skills

• Understand standard shop specifications (shop drawings, process sheets, measuring equipment, etc.).
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

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.