Industrial Painter/Assembler - 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Industrial Painter/Assembler - 1st Shift
Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Industrial Painter/Assembler - 1st Shift. The hourly rate for this position is $27.30 per hour. The hours for this shift are 6:30 am - 2:30 pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory aries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:
- Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
- Paid holidays - up to 12!
- Weekly pay
- Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
- Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
- Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!
Eaton's ESSG CPSD PRD Power Reliability Division is currently seeking a Painter/Assembler- 1st Shift in South Milwaukee, WI! The Industrial Painter / Assembler is responsible for performing both assembly and painting operations on our Padmount Switchgear Units. In this role, you will paint medium to large electrical switch gear, steel/aluminum enclosures, and steel accessories. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining the painting equipment/system and performing light medium assembly operations.
Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.
In this function you will:
- Perform general maintenance and preventative maintenance on paint guns, hooks, regulators, reciprocators, hydraulic units, etc.
- Monitor and troubleshoot line activities and application procedures to ensure process specifications are followed.
- Set fluids and air pressures for equipment and monitor spray application to maintain 2-millimeter dry film thickness.
- Be responsible for your own work, under minimal supervision and instructions.
- Maintain a clean work area and perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
- Operate a forklift as necessary.
Required (Basic)
Qualifications:
- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in industrial spray painting systems AND/OR completion of a one-year post-high school course in industrial spray painting or coating applications.
- Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of South Milwaukee, WI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience reading and using drawings, routings, blueprints, specifications, part numbers, and other shop documents affecting this position.
- Minimum 1-year experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Position Success Criteria:
- Be flexible in work environment and perform multiple job functions within Department.
- Ability to use Microsoft word, excel, and other applications such as SAP.
- Must be able to walk/stand for an 8 hours shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to lift 48lbs and push/pull 48 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
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