Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is seeking a Manufacturing Technician on the day shift. The salary range is $23.41 - $29.47 per hour, with scheduled pay increases at 6 months and 1 year of service. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Eaton announced its intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company, with completion expected by the end of the first quarter of 2027. Compensation and benefits for this position are initially based on Eaton's plans, programs, and practices. If employed by the Mobility Group at the time of the spinoff, further details will be provided.

About the role

Set up and operate assigned machines and gauging equipment to process machined components from rough material for pre-heat treat processes or from heat-treated material for post-heat treat processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment including CNC lathes, hobs, shapers, shavers, deburring equipment, hard turn lathes, and hard finish machines per process sheets and drawings.
• Use inspection and measurement tools such as SPC equipment, attribute gauges, OD micrometers, dial indicators, bench centers, alignment fixtures, measuring pins, and robots to ensure part quality.
• Select, install, and visually inspect tooling for proper setup; monitor tools for wear and make adjustments as needed to maintain specifications.
• Produce parts that meet all quality, spline/tooth form, lead, involute, finish, and size requirements; obtain gear lab inspections and readjust setups when necessary.
• Inspect product samples using proper inspection procedures and maintain SPC charts, control plans, and related documentation.
• Perform minor and preventative maintenance on machines and utilize hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, air hoses, arbors, plugs, and cups as required.
• Safely handle materials, including lifting rough forgings up to 35 pounds with or without accommodation, and adhere to all safety procedures and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement and team objectives by following Quality (TS 16949) and Environmental (ISO 14000) systems and reporting unusual conditions, defects, or safety concerns to a Coach.
• Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months of experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Must reside within 50 miles of Kings Mountain, NC; no relocation is offered for this position.
• Eaton will not sponsor employment-based immigration (e.g., CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, H-1B, O-1, TN, I-485 job portability) for this role.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• 2+ years of CNC setup and operation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following process sheets.
• Experience machining gears or spline components (e.g., hobbing, shaping, shaving, hard turning).
• Experience using SPC methods and precision inspection tools to maintain quality standards.
• Familiarity with tooling selection, tool wear monitoring, and minor machine maintenance.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Pay

$23.41 - $29.47 per hour, with scheduled pay increases at 6 months and 1 year of service.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements.

Eaton is committed to equal employment opportunities and second-chance employment, considering qualified applicants regardless of arrest or conviction history. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available during the job search, application, or interview process by calling 1-800-836-6345.