Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Roxboro, NC is seeking a Machine Operator - 2nd Shift to operate grinding and assembly tasks, perform quality inspections, machine set-ups, and basic troubleshooting. You will handle materials, follow control plans, and participate in 5S activities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year in manufacturing. The position offers an hourly rate of $22.25, with core hours 2:15 pm to 10:45 pm and possible overtime; candidates must be able to lift

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Required.
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing, machine operation, or production related experience.
• No immigration sponsorship or CPT/OPT/STEM OPT etc. allowed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and 5S practices while operating machines.
• Setup, operate, and maintain machines using control plans/blueprints.
• Conduct quality inspections and root-cause analysis for issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

Tools

Computerized machining equipment

Job description

Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Machine Operator - 2nd Shift to join our Roxboro, NC location.

The hourly rate for this position is 22.25 per hour.

The core hours for this role os 2:15 pm - 10:45 pm with the willingness to work overtime as needed.

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:

Job Summary

The Machine Operator role involves routine tasks such as performing grinding, select fit sizing, and/or assembly operations. This includes performing quality inspections (following control plans, reaction charts, SPC charts, etc.), machine set-ups, basic troubleshooting, manual handling of material, LOTO, and 5S activities. Non-routine tasks include sorting questionable materials, processing rework, and assisting other product lines. Key responsibilities are maintaining job progress, addressing concerns, identifying process improvement opportunities, conducting root cause analysis for quality issues, ensuring product quality through inspections, and cross-training. The role also emphasizes a safe and inclusive work culture by adhering to policies and engaging in 5S practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Work from control plans, blueprints, and/or oral instructions in order to setup, operate, and maintain the machines.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
• Responsible for quality, including measuring finished parts, visual inspections of material, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Expected to cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Required
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing, machine operation, or production related experience.
• 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with computerized machining equipment is highly preferred.

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated ability to follow standardized work instructions and operating procedures.
• Ability to read, understand, and complete production and quality documentation.
• Basic computer skills for production tracking, data entry, and machine interfaces.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills that support a collaborative and cohesive teamwork environment.

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.

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.