Machinist I - 1st Shift

Eaton Group; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Machinist I - 1st Shift in Wisconsin. The hourly rate is $27.30 per hour, with shift hours 2:30 am - 10:30 pm. Salaries reflect skills, experience, and market conditions.

Benefits include health, vacation, holidays, weekly pay, and overtime opportunities. Applicants must interpret drawings, operate CNC gear, and set up tooling per prints. Preferred candidates have 2+ years CNC experience and familiarity with Mazak/Doosan/Hirange machines, Fanuc/Mazak

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience interpreting drawings, operating CNC machinery, and setting up tooling.
• Active apprenticeship or related program allowed.
• U.S. work authorization required; no relocation benefits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tolerances, inspection, and production standards.
• Operate and monitor multiple machines in work centers.
• Perform offsets and adjustments from inspections and prints.
• Manage CNC programs via DNC network.
• Set up and operate various machine tools for precision work.
• Use precision measuring tools for quality checks.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Support troubleshooting and autonomous maintenance.

Skills

Read drawings

CNC operation

Machine setup

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

GD&T interpretation

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mazak

Doosan

Ganesh

Hardinge

Fanuc controllers

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Machinist I - 1st Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $27.30 per hour. The hours for this shift are 2:30 am - 10:30 pm.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What you'll do:

• Maintain strict adherence to dimensional tolerances, inspection requirements, and production standards.
• Consistently meet or exceed established quality and productivity goals.
• Operate and monitor multiple machines within machining work centers.
• Perform machine offsets and adjustments based on part inspections and print specifications.
• Download and manage machining programs through the Direct Numerical Control (DNC) network system.
• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of conventional and specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and related inspection equipment.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to identify root causes, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Support technicians with equipment troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned while maintaining compliance with 5S+ workplace organization standards and autonomous maintenance practices.
• Interpret engineering drawings, datum structures, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements to ensure product conformance.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience interpreting engineering drawings, operating CNC machinery, and performing machine setup activities, including tool touch-offs and fixture installation; or active participation in a registered apprenticeship program through a signed apprenticeship agreement.
• 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 that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience operating CNC machines.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience performing machine setups, including tool touch-offs and fixture installation.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience operating Mazak, Doosan, Ganesh, or Hardinge machines.
• Proficiency with Fanuc and Mazak controllers, including G & M code editing.
• Formal technical training or a degree in manufacturing, machining, or a related skilled trade preferred.

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

• Ability to operate all workstations effectively.
• Ability to learn and operate in multiple machine cells.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and apply drawings, blueprints, routings, specifications, part numbers, and other manufacturing documentation relevant to the position.
• Ability to perform in a team matrix environment.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and any shift as needed.
• Must be able to walk/stand for 8 hours shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift 48lbs and push/pull 48 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

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