Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift. You will operate automated and CNC machines, interpret blueprints, and ensure parts meet quality standards while maintaining a clean, safe production area.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1 year of manufacturing experience; candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic tapping, drilling and/or reaming machines and CNC machines.
• Position parts into chuck, fixtures, or load machine.
• Initiate machine cycles and remove machined parts.
• Read and interpret information on screen or blueprint to adjust machines.
• Regularly gauge and visually check castings with calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area and follow 5-S principles.

Job description

Career Opportunities: Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (77579)

Requisition ID77579-Posted11/10/2026

Eaton’s EPG CHD EP Americasdivision is currently seeking aMachine Operator - 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is$19.15 plus $0.60 differentialper 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:

Eaton’s Electrical Sector (Crouse Hinds, B-Line and Oil & Gas business) is currently seeking a 2nd Shift Machine Operator to join our team. This position is based at our Amarillo, TX facility.

Position Overview:

This position requires ability to operate machines, make adjustments, and maintain production quality to perform close tolerance operation.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Assure all products meet Eaton Crouse-Hinds standards.
• Recognize and notify supervision of mechanical malfunctions and operating irregularities.
• Operating an automatic tapping, drilling and/or reaming machine and CNC machines
• Positioning parts into chuck, fixtures, or otherwise load machine
• Initiating machine cycles and removing machined parts
• Bending and removing parts from a tub, placing into a fixture and cycling the machine by pressingpalm buttons
• Regularly gauge and/or visually check castings following established procedures with a manualgauge and caliper
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly manner, and apply 5-S program
• Read and interpret information on screen or blueprint to make necessary adjustments tomachines utilizing basic math skills in standard or metric readings and using CNC/PLC controls
• Perform and maintain various recordkeeping duties and clerical operations
• Frequently flexes to grinding department
• Perform other duties as assigned throughout the facility

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within thefuture
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Amarillo TX Loc will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to run a machine with multiple settings or specifications
• Background in machining metal working machines

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Ability to stand and/or walk for 8-12 hours, to physically climb on machines, and to lift 50 pounds
• Understanding and ability to be able to use precision gauging instruments and apply basic math skills, including correctly measuring with precision tools to .001” using calipers and micrometers
• Ability to follow all safety regulations associated
• Understand and utilize the procedures related to lockout/tagout
• Forklift and frontend loader certified (powered industrial truck trained)
• Ability to read, understand, and follow basic mechanical drawings in addition to moderately technical standards and maintenance procedures
• Ability to work around molten metal and in a production environment that is at times very hot or very cold, and subject to unexpected swings of overtime (ability to flex personal schedule to cover tasks on other shifts)
• Ability to work proactively and communicate effective ly while working with all employees throughout plant
• Ability to perform basic computer functions: eSafety, MESH Prism

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, geneticinformation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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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.