Machinist; 2nd Shift - Tool & Die

About the role

Machinist (2nd Shift) – Tool & Die at Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division, Reno, NV. Pay: $34.20 per hour plus $0.50 shift differential. Core hours 2:30PM – 11PM.

• Health benefits effective day one of employment.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational assistance program.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Other benefits included by Eaton.

• Determine and assess damage to existing tooling and decide on necessary repair steps.
• Determine if a die is dull or cracked and whether it needs to be resharpened or repaired.
• Diagnose poor product quality to identify whether the cause is a tooling problem or a setup problem.
• Perform die changeovers for different products.
• Read blueprints and use calipers, micrometers, and tape measures for dimensional checks.

• Minimum 3 years machining experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use calipers, micrometers, and tape measures for dimensional checks.
• Proficiency in operating lathes, grinding machines, milling machines, drill presses, and surface grinders.

• Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Stand on feet continuously during the shift; regularly lift 35lb; occasionally up to 50lb with assistance.
• Read and interpret technical documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Function independently in a multi‑task environment and as part of a team.
• Manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational, presentation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Wear required personal protective equipment and comply with safety policies.
• Occasional stooping, bending, and walking; must remain on feet all day.

Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered. Applicants do not need to disclose conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. If a background check is performed, candidates may explain circumstances or challenge accuracy of the report.