Manufacturing Operator III-Spiral, Braid, Wire Winding

Eaton’s IS AER FED division is currently seeking a Manufacturing Operator III-Spiral, Braid, Wire Winding.

The hours for this role are 11 pm -7:30 am M-F

The hourly rate for this position is $23.12 Hourly Rate per hour.

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.

Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What You’ll Do

Position Overview:

Responsible for setting up and operating wire winders to produce a spiral wrap over Teflon® tubing. Set up and operate braiders for PTFE and larger diameter hose. Complex set-up with precise and tighter tolerances. Prep and clean mandrels, operate Pole-Up & Strip-Out and operate overhead crane, and operate inline proof tester as needed.

Home Job Areas

• Braider 5
• Wire Winder 4 and 8
• Inline Proof Tester
  
  
  

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Move materials and carriers based on work order and set up sheets to work station
• Set up braider: string up carriers, loading carriers onto braiders, pull wire from carrier and string up die per specifications, feed mandrel/hose into the braider, set up tape machine
• Complete quality checks on braided hose, this includes pick counts, outer diameter, high wires, score lines
• Strip and set-up winders, be able to perform daily maintenance on wire winder which includes tension checks, roller checks and break pad changes etc.
• Pull catenary to ensure wire meets specified quality standards
• Proof test samples of finished hose
• Proof test built hose on inline proof tester
• Load and strip PTFE tubing from steel mandrels before/after braiding. Utilize overhead crane to move mandrels to/from braiders.
• Operators must safely operate the crane to transport poles and product through the department.
• Operate oven to bake wire
• Use overhead hoist to lift spools of wire onto wire winders
• Move wire and tape from storage to work area based on router and work order
• Coil and place braided hose on pallets for proof testing
• Perform duties relative to production in the assigned area and is able to operate all equipment and machinery in the assigned area.
• Produce a quality product, safely, on-time, and with the least cost possible.
• Review work orders, specifications or instructions to determine material, ingredients, procedures, components and settings. Accurately record data on process travelers.
• Accurately complete computer transactions as necessary (labor & scrap transactions, inventory disbursements & cycle counts, etc.).
• Participate in cell/team activities including, but not limited to, team meetings, problem-solving, CI events, etc.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment through effective housekeeping, 5S and TPM practices
• Follow all plant, safety, and environmental rules and regulations. Support plant lean, safety, quality and continuous improvement efforts.
• Model the Eaton ethical conduct policy, Eaton Leadership Model, the Eaton Values and Philosophy, and comply with all other corporate, plant, and regulatory policies and regulations as applicable.
• Perform all other duties as required.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:

• Basic math skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good problem-solving, prioritization and decision-making skills.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work on a team
• Ability to learn computer transactions
• Ability to learn and successfully operate production equipment
• Ability to lift 30 pounds unaided
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• 2 years of manufacturing experience
• 1 year of experience using hand and power tools
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year experience with computer transactions in ERP system
• 1 year experience with overhead crane
• 1 year of experience working in aerospace manufacturing
  
  
  

Skills

Safety Responsibilities

• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide health and safety procedures.
• Bring health and safety issues, unsafe acts and safety suggestions to management’s attention and correct those they can.
• Actively participate in accident, injury and illness prevention activities:
• Assist in developing work station risk assessments
• Identify and correct hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Accident, near-miss accident or potential hazard investigations.
• Actively participate in health and safety training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Participate actively in providing suggestions for the health and safety program improvement.
• Know and implement regulatory compliance requirements in designated work area.
  
  
  

Working Conditions

Physical Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions may produce some discomfort, e.g. exposure to moving machinery, noise, dust, heat, grease/oil and fumes.

Sensory Attention

Almost constant need to give concentrated attention where multiple stimuli are changing quickly, and where two or more senses must be used in coordination.

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