Assembler, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Assembler A – Eaton Aerospace
• Los Angeles, CA, United States

Eaton's IS AER FMC division is currently seeking an Assembler

A. The hourly rate for this position is $25.88 per hour. The hours for this shift are 5:30 am – 2:00 pm. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Assemble and teardown of routine mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, and top assemblies of simple to complex product line that includes commercial and military customers. Reports to the Production Supervisor/Manager in CSO and will also receive direction from the department lead.

• Assembly and teardown of mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, and top assemblies. Ensure activities are performed correctly and proper tooling and documentation is used. Requires little to no supervision.
• Perform lock wire/safety wire and nameplate.
• Proactively identifies best practices.
• Utilize hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, arbor press, vises, soldering iron, depth micrometers, calipers, lockwire pliers, and dial indicators.
• Proficiently interpret blueprints, verbal, and/or written instructions.
• Perform cross training when required.
• Material preparation including lapping of surfaces with proper tooling techniques and compounds.
• Perform visual inspection and identify any defective items and handle according to established procedures.
• Adhere to operational procedures and ensure tooling is in calibration before use.
• Work with others to complete assemblies.
• May retrieve items from stockroom.
• Perform soldering as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned. May be temporarily reassigned to cover workload in other areas of production as necessary.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years in assembly within a manufacturing, aerospace, or military environment.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within 50 miles of the Los Angeles, CA facility will be considered.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.
• Eaton will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FCIHO.

• Two years prior assembly experience in the aerospace industry.
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) certification.
• Soldering experience.
• A&P license.
• Experience working in an FAA environment.

• Sitting, standing, walking, squatting.
• Pulling frequently, reaching frequently.
• Lifting/carrying: knees, waist.
• Lifting requirements: ability to lift up to 50 lbs (group lifts over 35 lbs).

Progression Criteria to Assembler and Tester B* (Lateral Move)

• Be an Assembler A for at least 18‑24 months.
• Have at least six (6) months experience in assembly of simple to complex assemblies.
• Experience troubleshooting assemblies.
• Ability to test at least three (3) simple and two (2) moderate assemblies.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in assembly of at least three (3) moderate assemblies and four (4) simple assemblies.
• Achieve Performing (P) or better in APEX.
• Achieve three (3) or better on all APEX competencies.
• Cross‑train Assemblers A & B in simple to moderate assemblies.
• No performance concerns (including, but not limited to behavioral, tardiness, attendance).
• Meet or exceed productivity goals.
• Meet or exceed quality rejection goals.

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