Screw Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Eaton; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES GEIS CHD division seeks a Screw Machine Operator - 1st Shift in Syracuse, NY. Core hours are 6:00am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday. Hourly rate is $22.52, with salary guidelines reflecting skills and market considerations.

You will perform threading, grooving, turning, drilling, and related operations on conventional machines; inspect first pieces and maintain safe, clean work areas. Requires 1 year machining experience and a high school diploma or GED; no sponsorship or relocation benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in machining operations.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• No immigration sponsorship or support for CPT/OPT/STEM OPT/H-1B etc.
• No relocation benefit; Syracuse NY area within 50 miles only.

Responsibilities

• Perform threading, grooving, chamfering, turning, tapping, reaming, serrating, boring, facing, drilling and similar operations on conventional machines.
• Produce parts from various materials and maintain specified dimensions through tooling adjustments.
• Inspect first pieces and verify machine setup before release to operators; operate levers and controls safely.
• Adhere to machine safety procedures and TPM activities including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and tightening of bolts.
• Load castings and bar stock; wash and pack plated parts; use measuring instruments to verify accuracy.

Skills

Machining operations

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s ES GEIS CHD division is currently seeking a Screw Machine Operator - 1st Shift. The core hours are 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday through Friday. The hourly rate for this position is $22.52 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

• Perform threading, grooving, chamfering, turning, tapping, reaming, serrating, boring, facing, drilling, and similar operations on departmental conventional machines excluding hand turret.
• Produce a variety of parts from a variety of materials.
• Make minor tooling adjustments and resets to maintain specified dimensions.
• Inspect first pieces and verify machine setup before releasing to operators.
• Adhere to machine safety procedures.
• Operate Single and Multi-Spindle Drill Presses and other conventional machines.
• Load castings and bar stock to maintain continuous machine operation.
• Wash and pack plated parts to support machine cycles.
• Use measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, verniers, scales) to verify part accuracy.
• Detect and report faulty operations or materials.
• Operate fork truck and hand trucks to move materials.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform TPM activities including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and tightening of bolts.
• Perform base clean outs as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in machining operations.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 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 residing within the immediate area of Syracuse, NY (50 miles) will be considered for this position.

Position Criteria

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Proficient in using measuring instruments and maintaining tolerances.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to manufacturing environment including noise, dust, and temperature variations.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

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