Machine Operator – 2nd Shift Full Time NEW

The hourly rate for this position is $22.30 per hour + $2.50 per hour shift premium.

The core hours are 3 pm – 11 pm, Monday – Thursday and 1 pm – 9 pm on Friday. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000*, paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.

• Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2026 to qualify.
• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

Why work at Eaton?

• 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!

What you’ll do:

The Vacuum Bell Operator will operate multiple vacuum chambers, including all moves in and out, electrical connections, thermocouple placement, etc.

In this function, you will:

• Analyzes input data from the computer for the bell cycle and determines if adjustments are required to allow for proper heating and vacuum process cycles to occur.
• Determines the run sequence and load per bell, based on unit specification and bell capabilities, to maximize throughput.
• Moves transformer to vacuum chamber for drying. Makes electrical connection for drying cycle per engineering instructions.
• Determines if units are sufficiently dry based on unit criteria and blip levels.
• Fills tanks to required level and checks for leaks.
• Unloads units, preps for final test, and moves to final test queuing area.
• Loads and unloads the pre-heater
• Use cranes, material handling equipment, and small hand tools

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution is required.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

• No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must live within 50 miles of the Waukesha, WI facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Skills:

• Requires the ability to climb a 15-foot vertical ladder to check for foaming, oil level, etc. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Knowledge of standard shop specifications (drawings, blueprints, process sheets, etc.)
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.