Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician- 1st Shift.

Shift Hours: 6am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday.

The hourly rate for this position is $30.76 per hour.

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.

What you’ll do:

Position Overview:

Eaton is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by developing and maintaining robust manufacturing processes and participating in and/or leading continuous improvement / cost-out initiatives across the organization. Additional responsibilities include executing the organization’s strategic plan consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, established industry standards, and customer requirements

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention, and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function, you will:

• Responsible for assisting the manufacturing engineers in all areas of responsibility with a primary focus on manual process checks, machining conformance to standards, and the maintenance and documentation of work instructions

• Provide technical support and instruction for group leaders and operators on proper assembly techniques

• Maintain routing and visual work instructions

• Assist in the investigation of root cause for non-conformities and implementation of corrective action

• Assists in developing and maintaining robust, cost-efficient manufacturing processes and product structures consistent with lean manufacturing practices.

• Implements methods and practices to reduce variation. Demonstrates ability to understand the source(s) of variation

• Promotes a culture of continuous improvement and understands lean manufacturing techniques as they apply to eliminate waste and deliver products to customer’s expectations.

• Identify and eliminate 8 lean wastes.

• Other various duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Associate degree or 2-year technical certification in manufacturing operations/skilled trades from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of one (1) years experience in a manufacturing/operations or military environment.

• Minimum six (6) months experience in working with lean tools in a manufacturing environment.

• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Reno, NV will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred qualifications:

• Higher education degree in manufacturing operations, skilled trades, or engineering from an accredited institution.

• Three (3) years or more experience in a manufacturing/operations or military environment.

• One (1) year or more of experience in working with lean tools in a manufacturing environment

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format in English.

• Good understanding of blueprints/schematics

• Good understanding of Microsoft Word & Excel

• Able to stand on feet continuously during working shifts.

• Able to regularly lift 35 pounds with or without accommodation. Occasionally lift more than 35 lbs. with assistance.

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as required by company policy and procedure.

• Demonstrated experience and competency with Microsoft Office.

• Demonstrated experience with interpreting & applying blueprints/schematics.

We provide benefits that are industry-competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)

• Healthcare/retirement savings programs

• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance

• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development

• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs

• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

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 (https://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/careers/US%20Benefits%20updated%2010.24.22.pdf) 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.