Pads Transformer Assembler - 2nd Shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Pads Transformer Assembler – 2nd Shift at our Nacogdoches, TX facility. The core hours are Monday – Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory  hourly rate for this position is $18.00 per hour, plus a $1.35 shift differential per hour.

Please note that 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 Pads Transformer Assembler assembles operations for electricity transformers in accordance with established standard methods and procedures.

• Perform tasks across various work centers, including tank breakdown, casing, small parts, vacuum chamber, palletizing, final assembly, and testing.
• Attach and install component parts and sub‑assemblies onto transformer tanks (e.g., leads, bushings, brackets, fuses, switches, nameplates, arrestors, labels, stencils, bands).
• Load, operate, and unload the vacuum system.
• Place and anchor core/coil assemblies into tanks.
• Execute repetitive hand assembly, fitting, and adjustment operations.
• Use small power hand tools as required.
• Assist welders with the installation of hoods and seals.
• Address any nonconforming parts or products through rework.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and hoisting equipment to move materials, components, and finished products within the manufacturing facility.
• Actively participate in problem‑solving processes, contributing to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Achieve and maintain target production rates or output levels, ensuring efficient operations and meeting organizational goals.
• Adhere to safety protocols, ensure efficient material handling, housekeeping practices (5S+), and company policies and procedures.
• Perform other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of the Nacogdoches, TX facility will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing and assembly experience preferred.

• Ability to demonstrate effective communication, attention to detail, adaptability, and a positive work ethic, comprehend written and verbal work instructions accurately, and uphold Eaton’s Values and philosophy.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions as required.
• Ability to operate industrial equipment and hand tools.
• Lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, twisting, grabbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and using both hands to lift and lower materials, with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work efficiently in hot environments and tolerate loud noises.
• Adhere to proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as outlined below.

• Hand/Arm:
  Gloves, Welding Gloves, Over the Elbow Sleeves
• Eye/Face:
  Safety Glasses
• Ear:
  Ear plugs
• Foot:
  Steel Toe, Metatarsal Guards

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