Machine Operator

Eaton Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution division in Torrance, CA is seeking a Machine Operator to join our team. The core hours are 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with an hourly rate of $22.96.

You will operate production machines, read work orders, perform basic quality checks, document the work, and collaborate to maintain safety and 5S+. This role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of machine operating experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating automated and manual machines.
• U.S. person status required due to export controls.
• No relocation benefits; within 50 miles of Torrance.
• Background check and eligibility for employment required.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines to create assemblies.
• Make adjustments to the operating process as needed.
• Read and understand basic work order instructions and procedures.
• Train on controls and functions of machines, auxiliary equipment, and related tooling.
• Correctly fill out documentation and logs as required.
• Perform basic pre-quality inspection checks and identify root causes to make recommendations and adjustments.
• Work effectively in more than one area or on more than one machine including but not limited to: SMT machine, Selective Solder, and Parts Washer
• Perform tasks related to wash, potting, and clean up stations.
• Prioritize work based on urgency and due dates.
• Collaborate with others to achieve high-performance results.
• Promote 5S+ within immediate and surrounding areas and ensure safety.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is maintained on all equipment and scheduled as needed.
• Identify root causes during quality inspections and make necessary adjustments.
• Foster a collaborative environment to achieve high performance results.
• Embrace and promote diversity of ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds to strengthen the team and company.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Good vision and color perception

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Eaton’s AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution division is currently seeking a Machine Operator to join our team in Torrance, CA!

The core hours are 6 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.96 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:

• Operate production machines to create assemblies.
• Make adjustments to the operating process as needed.
• Read and understand basic work order instructions and procedures.
• Train on controls and functions of machines, auxiliary equipment, and related tooling.
• Correctly fill out documentation and logs as required.
• Perform basic pre-quality inspection checks and identify root causes to make recommendations and adjustments.
• Work effectively in more than one area or on more than one machine including but not limited to: SMT machine, Selective Solder, and Parts Washer
• Perform tasks related to wash, potting, and clean up stations.
• Prioritize work based on urgency and due dates.
• Collaborate with others to achieve high-performance results.
• Promote 5S+ within immediate and surrounding areas and ensure safety.
• Ensure preventive maintenance is maintained on all equipment and scheduled as needed.
• Identify root causes during quality inspections and make necessary adjustments.
• Foster a collaborative environment to achieve high performance results.
• Embrace and promote diversity of ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds to strengthen the team and company.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an operator of automated and manual machines.
• 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is 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.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.

Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Good vision and the ability to see colors with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate written and verbal instructions.

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