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Machine Shop Team Lead- 1st Shift

4 days ago Irvine, CA

Eaton's IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Machine Shop Team Lead- 1st Shift to join our team in Irvine, CA! The hourly rate for this position is 34.00 per hour. This role is eligible for a variable incentive pay plan.

The core hours are 6:30 am - 2:30 pm. 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.

What you'll do:

A front-line leader of our CNC department will lead and coordinate activities of CNC Machinists. Responsible for developing and improving the precision machining, manufacturing processes, and department personnel by providing leadership and accountability for all department matters.

  • Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines.
  • Set-up and operate machines as needed.
  • Follows manufacturing processes and ensures employees do the same.
  • Interprets company policies to employees and enforces OSHA, EPA, DNR, and other agency safety regulations.
  • Carries out emergency evacuation and contingency plans for designated plants(s).
  • Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to employees, and assigns duties.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
  • Analyzes and resolves work problems or assist in solving.
  • Schedules work for machine and employees per the direction from production planning and monitors progress.
  • Trains employees

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years of reading machining and engineering prints
  • Minimum of 5 years of manual and/or CNC machine setup experience and fixture installation.
  • This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
  • Must reside within 50 miles of Irvine, CA. Active Duty military are exempt from the geographical requirement

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Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year of experience in leadership role.

Position Criteria:

  • Ability to walk/stand for an 8-hour shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to lift 44 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Attained Machinist II accreditations through the internal assessment process (internal applicants)
  • Ability to use and operate tools and equipment consistent with this job.
  • Must be familiar with production schedules.
  • Working knowledge of operational practices, design, and functions.
  • Must be capable of using (or learning) SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail.
  • Must have some familiarity and experience with LEAN tools.

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Client-provided location(s): Irvine, CA
Job ID: Eaton-65045Irvine
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-07-04T18:41:49

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)