
Eaton
A global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for various industries.
Assembler 1st Shift
Assemble, wire, test, and ship electrical control equipment components.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Assembler I role involves wiring, assembling, fitting, and mounting subassemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment. The employee will also perform assembly or wiring required for test preparation and final inspection, using established power‑checking procedures to verify electrical and mechanical integrity. All work must meet quantity and perfect quality requirements. Assignments are carried out from oral or written instructions, drawings, or other manufacturing information, with materials handled according to established procedures. The assembler is responsible for routine maintenance of plant equipment in the assigned area and for inspecting and testing finished products to ensure conformance with specifications and codes. Progress of jobs is tracked, and any problem areas or part shortages are communicated promptly. Finished products are prepared for shipment, carriers are called, and materials are loaded into carrier vehicles. The employee must observe good housekeeping and safety practices, perform 5S duties, and keep equipment, tools, and the work area clean and orderly. Physical demands include lifting up to 35 lb, with reasonable accommodation as required, and participation in health‑and‑safety improvement initiatives. No relocation benefit is offered for this position, though Active‑Duty Military candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. The assembler must know and follow established job‑specific and facility‑wide health and safety procedures, report hazards, develop job safety analyses, and maintain housekeeping and safety equipment in good condition. • Wire, assemble, fit, and mount subassemblies and components for electrical control equipment. • Perform assembly and wiring for test preparation and final inspection using power‑checking procedures. • Follow oral or written instructions, drawings, and manufacturing information to complete assignments. • Handle materials per established procedures and perform routine plant equipment maintenance. • Inspect and test finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and codes. • Track job progress, report part shortages, and coordinate shipment loading with carriers. • Execute 5S housekeeping, maintain clean work areas, and uphold safety standards. • Suggest and implement improvements to the health and safety program. • Use manual, electric, and pneumatic tools, drill press, press brake, forklift, jib crane, and measuring/testing equipment. • Follow job‑specific and facility‑wide health and safety procedures; develop safety analyses and correct hazards.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸wiring assembly
- ▸power testing
- ▸inspection
- ▸materials handling
- ▸shipping coordination
- ▸safety program
What You Bring
Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of manufacturing or assembly experience, and basic computer skills. A degree in a technical discipline and experience in electrical equipment manufacturing—particularly panelboards or switchboards—is preferred. The candidate must be proficient with manual, electric, and pneumatic tools, drill presses, press brakes, forklifts, jib cranes, and measuring and testing equipment, and be able to work effectively in a small team. • Lift up to 35 lb (accommodations may be provided). • Hold a high school diploma/GED; 1 year manufacturing or assembly experience; basic computer skills. • Prefer a degree in a technical discipline and experience with panelboard/switchboard assembly. • Work effectively in a small team environment.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸1 year
- ▸technical degree
- ▸panelboard
- ▸manual tools
- ▸teamwork
Work Environment
Onsite