Machine Operator Press Break - 1st Shift

Eaton; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Arden, NC is seeking a Machine Operator Press Break for 1st shift. The role involves fabricating parts on press break machinery, following safety rules, and interpreting work orders and drawings. Training and TPM/5S+ duties are included.

The position requires basic measurement skills, blueprint literacy, and ability to work in a team with overtime as needed. Relocation is not offered, and eligibility requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading calipers, protractors and tape measures.
• Experience reading blueprints.
• Must live within 50 miles of Arden, NC facility (no relocation).

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and hygiene regulations.
• Receive work assignments from Supervisor.
• Set up operation on PLC, Analog, or Manual controlled machines.
• Operate equipment to produce parts.
• Interpret work orders, Kanban cards and drawings.
• Complete paperwork and system transactions.
• Maintain tools, equipment and materials for continuous operation.
• Inspect final component against specifications.
• Perform operator maintenance on machining equipment.
• Report abnormal situations and submit maintenance orders.
• Provide on-the-job training for new Operators.
• Perform TPM and 5S+ daily.
• Complete other tasks from management.

Skills

Reading calipers

Reading blueprints

Reading tape measures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet (JOE)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Machine Operator Press Break - 1st Shift (76577)

Requisition ID76577-Posted10/29/2026

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCADdivision is currently seeking aMachine Operator Press Break - 1st Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is$21.00per hour.

The shift hours are Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm.

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:

The FAB Machine Operator Press Break will perform technical fabrication operations on raw materials throughout the Fabrication Department using metal processing machinery.

In this function you will:

• A. Observe all safety rules and hygiene regulations
• B. Receive work assignments, oral or written instructions from Supervisor
• C. Perform initial set-up for operation on PLC, Analog, or Manual controlled machines
• D. Operate equipment/machinery to produce parts
• E. Interpret work orders including written, Kanban cards, and drawings
• F. Complete necessary paperwork and system transactions
• G. Maintain tools, equipment, and materials for continuous operation
• H. Inspect final component against work specifications
• I. Perform necessary operator maintenance on machining and fabrication equipment
• J. Report abnormal situations and submit maintenance work orders to maintain equipment
• K. Provide on-the-job training for new Operators
• L. Perform TPM and 5S+ responsibilities daily
• M. Complete any other assigned tasks from management

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution
• Previous experience reading calipers, protractors and tape measures.
• Previous experience reading blueprints.
• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Arden, NC facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Machining Certificate
• Previous experience in Fabrication
• Previous DMM experience

Position Criteria:

• Able to lift 35 pounds - waist, shoulder, overhead
• Proven history of safe work habits and good attendance*
• Must be able to work effectively without direct supervision
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office, Internet (JOE), etc.
• Must be able to work overtime - weekdays and weekends

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