Job Description

Eaton’s ES AMER PCS division is currently seeking a Assembler III (Painter) to join the El Paso, TX team!

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive plan.

Shift: 7:00am - 3:45pm

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.

Why work at Eaton?

We provide competitive benefits that focus on employee well-being that start on day one! Listed below are programs that are offered by our manufacturing site. Visit Eaton.com for more information.

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid parental leave, holidays, and vacation!
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs with company match, Education/Tuition Assistance Program, Annual Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

Position Overview

The Assembler 3 is responsible for executing key operational processes that are critical to the business, delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality and safety required by Eaton. This role requires deep knowledge of essential manufacturing operations at the PCD facility, with a strong focus on safety, product knowledge, critical-to-quality (CTQ) points, and production process control. Employees in this position are primarily assigned to paint booth operations or the automated 4D and Calvary welding machines, both of which are essential to maintaining flow and performance on the production line. This is a highly skilled position within the assembly structure.

In this function you will:

• Operate and maintain critical manufacturing equipment such as paint booths and automated welding machines (4D).
• Ensure all work is performed under the strictest safety guidelines and Eaton’s Zero Incident Safety Culture.
• Follow detailed standard work instructions and procedures with a focus on quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Monitor CTQ points during operation to ensure products meet or exceed quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and correct equipment or process abnormalities to minimize downtime.
• Conduct visual inspections and perform tests to verify conformance to specifications.
• Record production data and report any discrepancies or non-conformances.
• Participate actively in continuous improvement activities, including lean events, Kaizen, and 5S.
• Assist in training and mentoring Assembler 1 and 2 positions when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with team members, support functions, and leadership regarding status, problems, or opportunities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in assembly or machine operations.
• 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Eaton El Paso, TX facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Preferred:

• Experience operating paint booth systems or robotic/automated welding machines.
• Technical or vocational training related to manufacturing processes.
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical systems and improving process efficiency.
• Experience with Eaton Quality Systems, CTQ methodology, and Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Experience in safety programs and initiatives (LOTO, PPE compliance, etc.).
• Experience in electrical equipment manufacturing and assembly (panelboards/switchboards preferred)

Position Criteria:

• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, or schematics.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials up to 35 lbs repeatedly with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills, with a positive attitude and leadership potential.

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

• Factory floor environment with exposure to noise, paint fumes, and welding operations (with proper PPE provided).
• Rotational shifts or flexible schedule may be required based on business needs.
• Physically demanding position requiring standing, manual dexterity, and situational awareness in operating areas.

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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 a 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.

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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.