Operator I -3rd shift

Eaton; La Grange (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton's EPG CHD EP Americas division seeks an Operator I - 3rd shift to set up and operate machines producing quality parts per specifications. The role requires studying blueprints and tolerances, performing changeovers, and inspecting with gauges. You will stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs as needed.

Must have a high school diploma or GED and be legally authorized to work in the US. ITAR compliance applies. Wage is $17.35 per hour, with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints and tolerances.
• Knowledge of measuring instruments and reading gauges/calipers.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specs to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Set up, start, and observe machine operations; troubleshoot as needed.
• Operate various machines as directed by supervisor or lead.
• Complete changeovers and material feed-through.
• Perform first piece inspections and machine guarding checks.
• Use gauges and calipers to verify conformance to specs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Eaton's EPG CHD EP Americas division is currently seeking a Operator I -3rd shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $17.35 per 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

PRIMARY FUNCTION

This position is responsible for the set up and operation of various machines to produce quality parts based on pre-determined specifications.

Essential Functions

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece or setup requirements.
• Sets up, starts, and observes machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and troubleshoots or adjusts machine controls as required.
• Operates a variety of machines as directed by supervisor or lead.
• Completes changeovers and material feed-through.
• Completes first piece inspections and machine guarding checklists.
• Uses gauges and calipers to inspect and verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of various measuring instruments and ability to read blueprints.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applications must be US persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as a US Citizen, US Permanent Resident (i.e. "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• Remain standing for an extended period of time up to 8 hours.
• Able to lift to 35 lbs. on a regular basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment.

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