Manufacturing Technician - Actuation - 2nd Shift

Description

Manufacturing technicians perform assembly and test processes on aerospace hardware, developing functional test setups, handling high‑pressure gases, and collaborating with engineering to deliver quality components, while communicating production needs to the supervisor to ensure on‑time delivery.

The role requires following standard processes, using common assembly tools, working independently, performing high‑pressure product testing, documenting results, troubleshooting hardware and test equipment, verifying calibrated equipment and material expiration, and managing component traceability.

Technicians partner with peers and engineering to identify improvements that reduce lead time, cut costs, eliminate waste, or enhance safety, obtain and maintain Certified Operator status, and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.

• Perform manufacturing processes on complex/routine assemblies under close supervision and follow standard processes/written instructions.
• Document test results on data sheets or record test data in electronic data collection system.
• Perform routine and some complex troubleshooting on production hardware and test equipment.
• Verify calibrated equipment, material with expiration dates and written instructions are up to date and accurate prior to use in production.
• Properly manage the traceability of numerous components to ensure assembly accuracy.
• Work in partnership with all Manufacturing Technicians and Engineering to identify improvement opportunities, resulting in decreased lead time, cost savings, waste elimination, or safety improvement.
• Obtain and maintain Certified Operator status following site guidelines.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.

Requirements

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of aerospace manufacturing or military experience (or 3 years relevant manufacturing), and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency; preferred credentials include an associate degree in mechanical/electrical technology, extensive aerospace manufacturing background, explosives assembly & test experience, electronics assembly certifications, and familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement concepts.

• Knowledge of standard manufacturing practices and the use of common assembly tools.
• Capability to work independently on production hardware following company policies and processes and raise concerns about product quality or safety to Production Support Technicians and Production Supervisors.
• Ability to perform product testing using high pressure test equipment while following written acceptance test documents.
• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum 2 years aerospace manufacturing, military experience, or 3 years relevant manufacturing experience.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Mechanical/Electrical Technology.
• Preferred: 5+ years aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Preferred: Assembly & test experience in explosives manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: Electronics assembly/inspection certification (J-STD-001 or IPC-A-610).
• Preferred: Good understanding of electrical equipment and measurement tools.
• Preferred: Basic knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, cellular manufacturing, one‑piece flow, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Actuation for the 2nd shift (3:00pm‑11:30pm) at the Orchard Park, NY facility, offering $24.09 hourly (subject to experience and qualifications).

Eaton is an equal‑opportunity employer, supports second‑chance hiring, provides accommodations for disability‑related needs, and offers a comprehensive benefits program covering health, welfare, retirement, and paid or unpaid time off, subject to eligibility factors.

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