Production Technician

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Production Technician

Hourly rate: $20.50 per hour. Eligible for a variable incentive program.

Hours:

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM.

Outstanding benefits include:

• Health benefits and vacation time — available to use on day one of employment.
• Paid holidays
• Bi‑weekly pay
• Career progression opportunities (cross‑train in different departments and increase compensation).
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

The Production Technician is responsible for a wide range of skills including:

• Assemble panel boards and/or switchboards to customer specification based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions with hand and power tools.
• Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards and ensure conformance with specifications and codes.
• Use various tools, such as wire strippers and pliers, to perform the electrical wiring assembly of panel boards and/or switchboards.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
• Receive and put away material; prepare finished products for shipment.
• Perform Lean initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health while maintaining equipment, tools, and work area per established 5S guidelines.
• Cross‑train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.

• At least one year of experience in an assembly‑related role using hand and/or power tools (experience in automotive repairs, construction, carpentry, or other assembly type environments will be considered).
• Or completion of a one‑year Technical School diploma from an accredited institution.
• Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the work location (Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from the geographic limitation).
• Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Experience with CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related equipment.
• Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow to install correct wires.
• Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly.
• Experience using various tools including manual/electric tools, drill press, press brake, fork truck, jib crane, template/fixtures, hand carts, tape measure, storage/packaging materials and prescribed safety equipment.

• Must be able to interact and contribute within a small team environment and flex according to production demands.
• Must lift 35 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must work overtime as required.
• Must communicate effectively in all written and verbal formats.
• Must be able to follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
• Must keep self and teammates aware of health and safety practices and activities by actively observing and incorporating safety.
• Must actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Must attend and actively participate in site meetings and training.

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You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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To learn more about benefit programs, visit the Eaton Benefits Overview page. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.