OPEX - Fabrication ME Tech - 1st Shift
Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking an OPEX - Fabrication ME Tech - 1st Shift to join our team.
The hourly rate for this position is $24 per hour.
The core hours are 7am - 3:30pm.
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:
The OPEX - Fabrication ME Tech will support Manufacturing Engineering functions through the industrialization of new and existing products utilizing Lean concepts including continuous flow, pull, and error proofing. Initiate, analyze and follow projects to completion within assigned area of responsibility. He/she will perform general and specific engineering duties associated with the development of an assigned project or line of apparatus.
In this function you will:
• Integrate Lean Continuous Flow concepts to develop assembly lines for various products that will reduce the cycle time, improve efficiency, and simplify the work content of the assembly process.
• Participate in and lead rapid improvement events comprised of multi-functional team members.
• Perform the necessary audits of the plants' operations to evaluate opportunities for implementation of various ECIS improvement initiatives.
• Perform Computer Aided Design (CAD) read schematics, wiring diagrams, motions, clearances and other features involved of an apparatus or customer equipment design.
• Continuously enhance personal skills and knowledge of the subject matters pertaining to the operations initiatives, through networking, education, and training.
• Drive continuous improvement culture through project support and implementation with the operations team.
• Utilize Eaton Lean and quality tools to drive cost reduction and support the startup and launch of capital projects.
• Participate in Tier Meetings and GEMBA walks to identify improvement opportunities and work with operations and management to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Effectively interact in a matrix environment that includes teams made up of people from Operations, IT, OPEX, Engineering, Marketing, IT, and Supply Chain.
• Perform analysis and reviews to support the Eaton Lean Tools. Analysis may include observation studies, times studies, capability studies, set up reduction studies, waste walks, and 5S Site Audit.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering Processes via the Engineering Change Request Processes, Product Development Process, and Inventory Management Processes. Support may include determining action to take, writing the request for change, verifying the change, and training employees on the change.
• Provide action to implement improvements. Actions may include building racks, relocating parts, sorting, straightening, and shining.
• Support Manufacturing Engineer in standard work development and process check implementation.
• Support EHS Team in safety improvement projects and Work Station Risk Assessments.
• Issue purchase orders for required equipment and supplies for production and projects.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• 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 within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Associate's degree in engineering field required (completed).
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a MFG environment
• Previous experience using AutoCAD (2d or 3d) or similar modeling tools
Preferred Qualifications:
• 1+ years experience using AutoCAD (2d or 3d) or similar modeling tools
• Knowledge of engineering problem solving and quality techniques
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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)