Description

• Assemble, fit, and mount sub‑assemblies, components, and standard/fixed assemblies in Motor Control Centers and related units.
• Perform assembly for test preparation and final inspection; wire units, relay panels, panel boards, space heaters, and control panels.
• Bend and install power cables and leads; fabricate pre‑cable units, panel and MTB harnesses, and power leads.
• Use established power‑checking procedures and equipment to verify electrical/mechanical integrity of assembled units.
• Stage parts for customer orders.
• Follow oral or written instructions, prints, inspection reports, manufacturing information sheets, and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize manufacturing information sheets to determine necessary parts, write requisitions, and obtain materials from stock areas.
• Read shop orders and drawings to determine assembly procedures, component types, mounting locations, and required clearances.
• Assemble and fit parts to form sub‑assemblies or complete assemblies.
• Assemble and wire control devices, cutting wires to length.
• Make adjustments to ensure correct alignment and clearances.
• Install units, panels, meters, keys, pull boxes, reactors, relays, fuses, MTB assemblies, panel boards, space heaters, transformers, etc., by mounting/bolting them in place.
• Assemble and install bus work such as lug adapters, crossover bus, and splices.
• Make pre‑bent cable units, MTB and control panel harnesses using pre‑cable boards and hand‑crimp lugs as needed.
• Modify standard assemblies or doors as received, altering hole cutouts using hand or power tools.
• Make wiring changes as required.
• Operate floor‑mounted overhead and jib cranes to move units, harnesses, device panels, and related components.
• Determine quality of work, report problems to supervisors or Quality Control, and maintain piece counts and associated records.
• Mark wires, devices, or terminals; identify harnesses or panels with job and unit numbers; apply component ID labels such as Brady or Dymo.
• Wear all required safety equipment and observe hygiene requirements.
• Utilize various hand tools to assemble and wire products in a lean environment.
• Maintain a clean work area and keep health and safety equipment in good working order.

Requirements

Applicants must undergo a background check after a conditional offer; if a conviction directly related to the job is found, the candidate will have an opportunity to explain or contest the findings.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No immigration sponsorship or support will be provided; candidates must not require CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, or related visas.
• Candidates must reside within a 50‑mile radius of Fayetteville, NC (military members exempt); no relocation benefit offered.
• Minimum of 3 months prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience reading schematic drawings or blueprints preferred.
• Work effectively within teams and collaborate with individuals and groups.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime to support business needs.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Self‑driven and capable of producing results with minimal direction.
• Able to stand, walk, sit, reach above shoulder level, grip, and use hands.
• Able to frequently lift/carry up to 35 lb and push/pull up to 35 lb.
• Possess adequate far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination.

Benefits

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Technician‑I MCC Assembly. The position offers an hourly rate of $16.00 and core working hours from 3:30 pm to 2:00 am. Salaries are guided by candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

Eaton provides a range of health, welfare, and retirement benefits, as well as programs for paid and unpaid time away from work, with specific options depending on location, hire date, and collective bargaining agreements.

To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation during the job search or interview process, candidates may call 1‑800‑836‑6345; only accommodation requests will be accepted via this number.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance