Machinist I - 2nd Shift (Dept 01)

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Machinist I - 2nd Shift (Dept 01) to join our team in South Milwaukee, WI!

The hourly rate for this position is $28 per hour.

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.

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $4,000, 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 October 1st, 2025, 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 CNC Machinist I is responsible for setting up and operating various CNC Mill and Lathe Machines. In this role, you will be expected to identify and use proper tools, gages, and equipment. You will be responsible for understanding various work processes and performing various machining operations within the CNC Machining group.

In this function, you will:

• Maintain tolerances, inspection, and production standards
• Meet or exceed quality and quantity standards
• Operate multiple machines in machining work centers
• Make offsets based on inspection of parts in accordance to print specifications/instructions.
• Download programs from network system (DNC) into the machine
• Set up, adjust, and operate basic or specialized machine tools used for precision machining operations.
• Proficient use of micrometers, calipers, indicators, and various other measuring instruments
• Assist Quality and Engineering teams with problem-solving troubleshooting
• Assist technicians with troubleshooting
• Perform other related duties as assigned and follow general housekeeping (5S+) standard and autonomous maintenance tasks
• Interpret print datum structure and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T)

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of experience interpreting engineering prints, CNC Machine experience, and machine setup experience,including tool touch-offs and fixture installation.
  
  
  • Or a signed apprenticeship contract in lieu of the above experience requirements.
• 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 benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of the work location will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience interpreting engineering prints
• Experience with operating Mazak, Doosan, Ganesh, or Hardinge machines
• Experience operating Fanuc or Mazak controllers and editing G&M code
• Formal technical training or degree in manufacturing trades from an accredited institution.

Skills:

• Ability to operate all workstations effectively in the CNC Machinist group.
• Ability to learn and operate in multiple machine cells
• Ability to perform in a team matrix environment.
• Ability to read and use drawings, routings, blueprints, specifications, part numbers, and other shop documents affecting this position.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and any shift as needed.
• Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach and use ladder up to 8 hours a day, occasionally up to 12 hours per day with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to lift 44lbs 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.

Client-provided location(s): Oak Creek, WI

Job ID: Eaton-52195SouthMilwaukee

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-10T18:37:21