Production Operator; Fiberglass - 1st Shift

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a Production Operator (Fiberglass) - 1st Shift at our Pinckneyville, IL facility! The core hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory  hourly rate for this position is $22.31 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.

• Health benefits effective day one of employment.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

The following outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position:

• Safely operate rung preparation and glue station equipment in accordance with established safety and quality standards.
• Perform assembly and packaging functions, including fittings assembly, straight-section assembly, straight/strut packaging, fittings packaging, and accessories packaging.
• Operate and use basic hand tools, including pneumatic tools and measuring instruments, to complete assigned tasks.
• Read, interpret, and work from basic engineering prints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up and utilize quality measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, and tape measures, to verify product accuracy and specifications.
• Perform saw-related functions in a safe and efficient manner.
• Complete material handling tasks, including tasks that may require forklift operation; ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license/certification as required for the role.
• Handle materials and components of varying sizes and shapes as part of daily job responsibilities.
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive use of hands and manual dexterity to support production processes.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience working in a fiberglass manufacturing environment preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Ability to perform job-related physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching throughout the work shift.
• Ability to remain in a standing position for extended periods of time, which may include most of an 8–10 hour shift, as required by job duties.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials of varying sizes, shapes, and weights, up to 50 pounds, as required by essential job functions.
• Ability to grasp, handle, and manipulate materials and tools on a frequent basis.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including frequent use of hands, wrists, and arms, to support assembly and production tasks.
• Ability to safely operate tools and equipment requiring manual dexterity and coordination.
• Ability to move around the work area, including walking between stations, equipment, and materials as needed.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.  for more detail:
Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.