Eaton
A global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for various industries.
Press Operator - 3rd Shift
Operate valve/gear forge press, perform maintenance, inspect parts, and run forklift.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role involves operating a valve and gear forge press, setting up presses for various prints, changing tooling, adjusting machinery during changeovers, and operating a forklift. The employee is also responsible for minor maintenance, troubleshooting, and keeping the work area clean according to the housekeeping program. Collaboration with audit and quality‑control personnel is required to identify and resolve quality problems, and the employee will perform visual inspection and auditing of valves, gears, and slugs for defects. • Operate valve/gear forge press, perform set‑up, tooling changes, and adjustments. • Conduct minor machine maintenance and troubleshoot issues. • Audit valves, gears, and slugs for quality defects. • Operate forklift and maintain a clean, hazard‑free workspace. • Follow safety, quality, and company policies; wear required PPE.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸press operation
- ▸tooling change
- ▸machine maintenance
- ▸quality auditing
- ▸forklift operation
- ▸housekeeping
What You Bring
Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Kearney, NE, unless they are active‑duty military. No relocation assistance is offered, and the position may require daily overtime, weekend work, and holidays. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of industrial or manufacturing experience, ability to read process sheets, set up machinery, and lift up to 50 lb. Physical demands involve repetitive motions and exposure to graphite lube and heat; PPE such as safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel‑toed shoes must be worn. • Lift up to 50 lb and perform repetitive motions; handle exposure to graphite lube and heat.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸1 year
- ▸machinery setup
- ▸process sheets
- ▸lift 50lb
- ▸industrial exp
Benefits
The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for disability‑related needs. Benefit programs are available, subject to eligibility factors like location, hire date, and collective bargaining agreements.
Work Environment
Onsite