Assembly & Test Technician II - 2nd Shift

About the role

Eaton’s IS AER MSD division is seeking an Assembly & Test Technician II – 2nd Shift. The position is based at the Orchard Park, NY facility with hours of 3:00 pm–11:30 pm. The hourly rate is $24.00–$28.50 plus a $2.50 shift differential per hour; salary is a guideline based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market/business considerations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and test processes on aerospace hardware, including development of hardware, creating functional test setups, and working with various high‑pressure gases.
• Initiate engineering collaboration to deliver quality aerospace components and systems.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Production Supervisor regarding part availability, equipment, production status, and schedule updates to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Perform assembly and testing of production hardware within established systems, procedures, and the certified operator system.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.
• Obtain and maintain Certified Operator Status, including job‑specific training/certifications and ERP system data entry per site guidelines.
• Apply knowledge/experience of assembly and test requirements; evaluate mechanical systems and use common assembly tools and measuring equipment.
• Independently perform low‑ to moderate‑complexity assembly and test operations following written instructions.
• Perform low‑ to moderate‑complexity product testing using test equipment while following written acceptance test documents.
• Understand product quality requirements and follow non‑conforming material processes; report findings and generate non‑conforming hardware documentation.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems and troubleshoot low‑ to moderate issues with minimal supervision.
• Use basic ERP systems and standard Microsoft applications.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Live within 50 miles
• High School diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• 2 years of relevant manufacturing/ mechanical experience or Military experience
• Demonstrated ability to use various hand tools and measuring equipment
• Can follow work instructions and perform tasks without supervision
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma with Skilled Trade certification or Associates Degree or Equivalent experience
• 3 years of Aerospace Manufacturing or Assembly and Test
• Demonstrated ability to complete all required technical skills above
• Demonstrated ability to