Machine Operator- 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eaton Group is hiring a Machine Operator for our electronics assembly environment. You will monitor, operate, and perform basic preventive maintenance on production equipment and assist with assembly as needed.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of machine operator experience, can read process sheets, and are computer literate. This on-site role requires physical capability and adherence to safety and SOPs.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 1-3 years machine operator experience.
• IPC Certification preferred or ability to acquire.

Responsibilities

• Operates PCB machines and performs basic preventive maintenance.
• Follow SOPs, BOMs, and product-specific information to assemble.
• Escalate quality or machine maintenance issues when discovered.
• Work independently to SOPs and instructions from Management/Engineering.
• Support engineering changes and implement notices into assembly.
• Maintain organized materials storage for components and WIP.

Skills

Computer literate

Lift 40 lbs

Stand 6-8 hours

Repetitive lifting/bending

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

IPC Certification

Job description

The hourly rate for this position is $23 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.

Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What you’ll do:

Job Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for monitoring, operating, and conducting basic preventative maintenance on production equipment in an electronics assembly environment. The Machine Operator may also assist with assembly processes as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates PCB specialty machines as well as understand the basic preventative maintenance for those machines and ability to train.
• Work to standard operating procedures / work instructions, bill of materials, product specific information, to complete assembly or sub-assemblies.
• Escalate any issues in quality or machine maintenance upon discovery.
• Able to work independently to standard operating procedures / work instructions, bill of materials, product specific information, and instruction from Management or Engineering to established procedures.
• Work closely with Engineering to assist with engineering change modification implementation. Incorporates Engineering change notices into assembly as instructed.
• Responsible for maintaining well organized materials storage for components, supplies and WIP assemblies.
• Responsible for inspections of material before and after assembly using various fixtures gauges or tools.
• Responsible for contributing to the implementation and ongoing use of continuous improvement standards/events and 5S.
• Adheres to all environmental, health, safety rules and regulations, and work instructions.
• Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

Education level required

• HS diploma or GED from an accredited institution

Years and area of experience required

• 1-3 years machine operator experience

Technical knowledge

• Ability to setup machinery
• Ability to read process sheets
• Visual inspection of cold and hot parts
• Entering data into computer
• IPC Certified or the ability to acquire IPC certification (preferred)

Skills:

Soft skills

• Computer literate
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs with reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (6-8 hours a day).
• Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position

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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. 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.