Machine Operator II (1st Shift)

Eaton; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day one

Educational assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Machine Operator II (1st Shift) in Reno, NV. The role involves operating and troubleshooting presses, reading blueprints, tagging parts, and entering data into SAP. Core hours are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM with an hourly rate of $22.73.

Candidates should have manufacturing experience, be able to read drawings, and work well in a team while maintaining safety standards. Benefits are available from day one, including health coverage and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format in English.
• Able to operate machinery and presses safely.
• Able to read, accurately interpret and produce parts from blueprints and shop drawings.
• Able to identify different gauges and types of raw material.
• Able to accurately read tape measure, scales, and calipers.
• Able to work effectively and productively as member of a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Understand and proficiently operate assigned machines/presses
• Troubleshoot various machinery problems
• Identify and tag tubs according to shop orders
• QC and document all parts run on machines
• Retrieve and enter data into SAP computer system
• Inventory components and supplies as needed to ensure efficient and timely production
• Keep work areas clean and safe

Skills

English communication

Blueprint reading

Machinery operation

Teamwork

Measuring tools

Tools

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID75914-Posted10/20/2026

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLDdivision is currently seeking aMachine Operator II (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is$22.73per hour.

CORE HOURS: 6AM - 2:30PM

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits that we offer:

• Health benefits effective day one of employment.
• Educational Assistance Program
• Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

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:

• Understand and proficiently operate assigned machines/presses
• Troubleshoot various machinery problems
• Identify and tag tubs according to shop orders
• QC and document all parts run on machines
• Retrieve and enter data into SAP computer system
• Inventory components and supplies as needed to ensure efficient and timely production
• Keep work areas clean and safe

Position Criteria:

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format in English
• Able to operate machinery and presses safely
• Able to read, accurately interpret and produce parts from blueprints and shop drawings
• Able to identify different gauges and types of raw material
• Able to accurately read tape measure, scales, and calipers
• Able to work effectively and productively as member of a team with minimal supervision

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• 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 in a manufacturing environment
• More than 6 months of experience with forming or bending machines
• More than 6 months of experience reading drawings or blueprints
• Experience confirming that parts conform to specs using measuring tools.

Additional Information:

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand on feet continuously during working shift
• Able to lift and bend on a continuous basis
• Able to regularly lift 35 pounds without assistance
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as required by company policy and procedure

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to cold/heat weather conditions while shipping doors are open
• Fast paced working, while maintaining safety priorities

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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.