Machinist III - SPO 2nd Shift

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Machinist III - SPO 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $31.00 per hour. The hours for this shift are 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm.

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 $2,000 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 January 1st, 2024 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? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• 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 III is responsible for programming, 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 for the process. You will be responsible for understanding various work processes and performing various machining operations within the CNC Machining group.

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 day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

• Edit and create Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) programs
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers
• Set up, adjust, and operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products
• Meet or exceed quality and quantity standards
• Required to operate multiple machines in various machining work centers
• Make offsets based on inspection of parts in accordance to print specifications/instructions
• Download & edit programs from network system (DNC) into the machine
• Monitor and edit the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Proficient use of micrometers, calipers, indicators, and various other measuring instruments
• Assist Quality and Engineering teams with problem solving and troubleshooting for new or existing product development
• Responsible for troubleshooting and general maintenance
• Perform other related duties as assigned and follow general housekeeping (5S+) standard and autonomous maintenance tasks
• Identify and manufacture proper fixturing needed to complete the machining process
• Identify proper tooling needed to complete the machining process
• 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 5 year of experience interpreting engineering prints, CNC Machine experience, machine set up experience, including tool touch off's and fixture installation
• Or Journeyman's card in CNC machining or Tool & Die
• Able to program or ability to learn programming language G&M and Mazatrol coding
• Must be able to walk/stand for an 8-hour shift with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to lift 44lbs with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• 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:

• 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

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:
• 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

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 believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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 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-62131SouthMilwaukee

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-02T18:54:05