Winding Machine Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Shell Winder - 2nd Shift at our Nacogdoches, TX facility! The core hours are Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times. The hourly rate for this position is 21.00 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.
Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits that we offer:

• Health benefits effective day one of employment.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What you'll do:
The Shell Winder uses procedures/processes/specifications and computer-controlled coil winding machine to set-up, wind, and insulate primary and/or secondary transformer coils.
In this function, you will:
• Identify coil part numbers and quantities from the Run Sheet, retrieve necessary small parts, and input part numbers into the coil winding machine.
• Interpret winding specifications accurately.
• Set up the coil winding machine, including mandrel size, duct parts, insulation tape, paper size/thickness, wire/bar size, part number, and alignment of materials.
• Install and adjust devices on the machine; load strip, conductor, and insulation paper.
• Measure materials, make adjustments, and verify alignment.
• Place and adjust coil form according to specifications.
• Activate the machine to feed materials and follow Run Screen instructions.
• Wind coils at the specified rate.
• Label coils with ID, work order, part, and clock numbers.
• Use measuring devices and tools, including hydraulic tools, hand tools, brazing, soldering, welding equipment, pliers, scissors, rubber hammer, ratchet, wrenches, and bending tools.
• Crimp wire to static shielding.
• Apply pack out as needed, fold, insulate, and tape-weld pre-cut leads.
• Rework damaged or defective coils to meet quality standards.
• Perform minor adjustments and routine upkeep of winding machines.
• Weigh and log scrap metal, following disposal protocols.
• Oversee and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols to guarantee the safe deactivation and isolation of equipment, ensuring energy control procedures are correctly applied to prevent inadvertent machine startup or hazardous energy discharge during repair or maintenance, in line with OSHA regulations and organizational safety guidelines.
• Safely operates overhead cranes and hoisting equipment to move materials, components, and finished products within the manufacturing facility.
• Actively participates in problem-solving processes, contributing to efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Achieves and maintains target production rates or output levels, ensuring efficient operations and meeting organizational goals.
• Adhere to safety protocols, ensures efficient material handling, housekeeping practices (5S+), and company policies and procedures.
• Perform other manufacturing duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the Nacogdoches, TX facility will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• 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 registation, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
Position Success Criteria:
• Demonstrates effective communication, attention to detail, adaptability, and a positive work ethic, comprehends written and verbal work instructions accurately, and upholds Eaton's Values and philosophy.
• Ability to work from quality and production standards and computerized winding sheets/prints to interpret coil specifications accurately.
• Ability to read and comprehend written materials related to safety, quality, and operating instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions as required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, twisting, grabbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and using both hands to lift and lower materials, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to work efficiently in hot environments and tolerate loud noises.
• Must adhere to proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as outlined below:
Hand/Arm:
Over the Elbow Sleeves
Gloves (Optional)
Eye/Face:
Safety Glasses
Brazing Glasses
Welding Hood/Shield
Ear:
Ear plugs
Foot:
Steel Toe
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