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At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: Chili, NY

Hours: DAYS 7am-7pm on a 2-2-3 schedule

SUMMARY: Slits printed rolls from the press or Extruder to individual rolls as per customer specifications. Material being slit is inspected for quality/defects and finished rolls are palletized for shipment to the customer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Facilitate on the job training and instruction for team members on the correct use of tools and equipment to ensure proper safety and operating procedures are followed.
• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Sets up machine.
• Uses lowboy to mount full rolls onto machine.
• Observes machine operation to detect material defects or machine malfunction.
• Measures material dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling/greasing machines and changing female knives.
• Prepares required paperwork, including daily production reports, SPC charting, roll tickets and inventory tags.
• Completes work orders when necessary.
• Actively participates in safety programs and makes safety observations. Follows plant safety rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to humid conditions, airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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The CNC Milling Machine Operator builds the operator's skills and knowledge to efficiently perform and maintain the manufacturing processes vertical and horizontal multi-axis milling machines to produce precision aerospace components.

Responsibilities:

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• Operate vertical and horizontal multi-axis milling machinery as required with supervision.
  
• Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers
  
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
  
• Read/interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
  
• Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
  
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
  
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
  
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
  
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
  
• Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.
  

Physical Requirements:

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• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time on a concrete manufacturing floor.
  
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
  
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  
• Moderate twisting and bending.
  
• Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.
  

Unusual Environmental Conditions:

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• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants and chemicals.
  

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

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• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, hearing protection may be required or other protective equipment as needed.
  

Qualifications:

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• US Citizen
  
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
  
• Technical school graduate in machining (desired)
  
• Minimum of 5 Years of Machining Experience.
  
• Strong machine setup skills.
  
• Aerospace experience required.
  
• Ability to work with tight tolerances.
  
• Strong industrial math skills, required.
  
• Strong written and verbal skills.
  
• Ability to read technical drawings.
  
• Ability to use and setup various measuring devices.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Lean basic knowledge i.e. 5S, setup reduction, TPM.
  
• Ability to read & interpret machining program language.
  

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Job Summary

The Cutting Tool Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of custom and standard cutting tools used in 4- and 5-axis horizontal milling machines. This role combines hands-on tool design, cutting condition analysis, supplier coordination, and direct collaboration with internal engineering teams and customers to deliver robust, production-ready tooling solutions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Cutting Tool Design & Engineering

• Coordinate design of custom cutting tools and tool assemblies for 4- and 5-axis horizontal machining applications with cutting tool suppliers.

• Develop 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks or NX, including toolholder interfaces and complete tool stacks.

• Perform collision detection and tool envelope validation within machining environments.

• Optimize tool geometry and tool assemblies for performance, rigidity, tool life, and chip evacuation.

Cutting Condition Analysis

• Develop and maintain Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and macros for cutting condition calculations.

• Analyze machining data to recommend optimized cutting parameters.

• Support continuous improvement efforts through data-driven tooling and process recommendations.

Standard Components & Supplier Management

• Identify, specify, and integrate standard cutting tool components if applicable and still achieve project quality and performance.

• Work directly with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and in coordination with purchasing department the delivery targets.

• Manage supplier relationships and corrective actions.

• Participate in supplier evaluations.

Cross-Functional & Customer Collaboration

• Collaborate with the Project Engineering Group on turnkey machining systems.

• Support tooling proposals, technical presentations, and design reviews.

• Participate in tooling acceptance and validation activities.

• Provide support during installation and production ramp-up.

Documentation & Standards

• Create tooling documentation, BOMs, machining charts, specifications, and coordinate drawings from suppliers.

• Ensure compliance with internal and customer standards.

• Maintain & use Excel templates and macros for cost estimations and comparisons

• Support best-practice development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering is beneficial but not required based on experience..

• 3+ years of experience in cutting tool applications or CNC tooling design.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or NX and Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of metal cutting theory and machining processes.

• Supplier and customer interaction experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 4- and 5-axis machining centers.

• Automotive or aerospace background.

• CAM software familiarity.

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking

• Attention to detail

• Project coordination

• Technical communication

• Team collaboration

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• Coaxial cables (many different size and connectors, flex and solid center conductors)
  
• Industrial automation connectors (panel connectors and ferrules, drive connectors, motor connectors, cutting and terminating equipment)
  
• MS connectors (all kinds of variations and sealing operations)
  
• Commercial electronics connectors (mini and micro fit on medium speed termination equipment)
  
• Hi flex cable assemblies (WL Gore / LEONI cores and PTFE sleeves with heat-shrink and special clamps)
  

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• Fabricates and tests cable assemblies following blueprints specifications, using measuring instruments, hand tools, and machines.
  
• Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders and specifications to define sequence of operations, type & size of cable fittings required, quantity and finished dimensions.
  
• Measures & cuts cable to required length, considering cable stretch metal flow resulting from swaging operations, using cable cutter or saw.
  
• Selects installs dies, jigs, shims, or other accessories in swaging machine, using hand tools.
  
• Assembles fittings onto cable in specified location.
  
• Positions fitting cable between dies of swaging machine and depresses pedal to activate machine that swages fittings onto cable, turning cable assembly by hand as fitting is swaged onto cable.
  
• Verifies dimensions of cable assembly position of fittings, using measuring instruments.
  
• Tests holding capacity of cable assembly, using proof loading machines.
  
• Repairs reworks cable assemblies as required.
  
• May form loops or splices in cables, using clamps fittings, or by reweaving cable strands.
  
• May apply lubricants protective coatings to cable assemblies.
  
• May operate crimping machine.
  
• May mark identifying information on cable assemblies.
  
• May fabricate cable templates.
  
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
  
• Maintain shop disciplines (housekeeping, clean as you go and 5S)
  
• Work from assembly drawings, 3-D models, and other general documentation to carry out assembly procedures.
  
• Perform basic assembly operations to exacting tolerances
  
• Use precise measuring instruments
  
• correct dimensional tolerance and check finishing specifications.
  
• Detect defective parts, unusual conditions or operating difficulties and report to proper supervision.
  
• Complete necessary documentation to ensure quality and production requirements.
  
• Be an active participant in team meetings to communicate and help resolve any cost, quality, or production issues.
  
• Assist engineering with R&D.
  

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• Must have problem solving abilities.
  
• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret complicated specifications.
  
• Must have extensive understanding of complex mechanical assembly, cable assembly and module assembly.
  
• Understand and operate various hand and power tools involved in assembly and cable making.
  
• Willingness to assist assembly team with other duties as required.
  
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to independently solve problems while interacting with various teams and teammates on daily processes and flow.
  
• Must be capable of multi-tasking various duties throughout the day, have a positive attitude with an ability to be versatile and flexible.
  
• Continuous mental and visual attention is necessary to perform various duties requiring constant alertness and activity.
  
• High school diploma or GED.
  
• Typically requires 1+ years wiring experience
  
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
  

Lou-Rich is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced CNC Machinist to join our Hayward team! As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining computer-controlled machinery used in the manufacturing process. Your expertise in programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines will be crucial in ensuring the production of high-quality precision parts.

Innovance, Inc.

Innovance is the holding company for a family of four, 100% employee-owned, Minnesota-based manufacturing companies (Lou-Rich, ALMCO, Panels Plus, Mass Finishing). Our mission is to lead, nurture, and grow a team of industrial manufacturing companies committed to making our OEM customers products better.

About Lou-Rich

Lou-Rich is a fully integrated contract manufacturer specializing in complex projects. We provide precision machining, metal fabrication, assembly, and sourcing solutions to a variety of industries, including some of North Americas largest OEMs. Companies of all sizes from Fortune 500 companies to small, fast-growing operations trust Lou-Rich with their most vital and complex manufacturing projects.

As an 100% employee-owned company, you'll have a direct stake in the success and growth of our business, providing a unique sense of ownership and motivation for your work. In addition to a competitive pay range, youll also receive excellent benefits and the opportunity to receive additional profit-sharing bonuses.

Position Description:

Operate CNC machine tools with single and/or multiple spindles in a safe manner. Monitor and control the quality of machining processes using hand inspection equipment. Maintain the production processes and work within the expected efficiencies that are established for the product.

Essential Functions:

Beneficial blueprint reading experience.

Use machine controls to cycle machine through; production operations, set-up, adjusting tool positions, and changing tools.

Change, and setup tools in tool holders by utilizing tool presetting equipment.

Perform first piece sample inspection according to the operation control plan. By utilizing qualified measuring devices, the operator monitors the part dimensions through continuous checking of part features and process control tools.

Maintain all lubricants and coolants on the machine that are used in daily operation.

Maintain a clean and efficient work area.

Operates all common machine shop equipment and hand tools skillfully.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

The operator is required to be on their feet most of the day, using their hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear around machinery. They will also be required to frequently walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch.

The operator must be capable of lifting and moving up to 15 pounds; frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Individuals will work near moving mechanical parts of machinery and electrically activated devices.

Individuals are occasionally exposed to airborne particles.

Perform math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Familiar with decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversions

Overtime is typically voluntary. However, during busy production periods overtime will be required.

Operate overhead hoist/crane to assist with the lifting parts into and out of the fixture.

Other duties as assigned.

Requires passing a pre-employment screening, drug screen included.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, and talk and hear.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that the Authority make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all essential functions

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• Review and run CNC programs (lathe and mill) using G-code and CAM platforms.
  
• Set up CNC and manual machines using written instructions.
  

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• Perform the setup and basic operation of equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, saws, and/or related shop machinery.
  
• Perform machining operations under supervision, using CNC and/or manual equipment as required.
  

• Read and interpret basic blueprints, drawings, manuals, GD&T callouts, and technical work documents.

• Accurately record measurements using metrology tools.

• Understand and follow all company, OSHA, and NAVSEA safety and cleanliness requirements.

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• High School Diploma/GED.
  
• Ability to perform basic machine operation, tool use, and measurements.
  
• Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints and drawings, and identify basic GD&T.
  
• Demonstrated working knowledge of shop math (e.g. convert between decimals and fractions, adding and subtracting decimals and fractions, basic trigonometry used for layout and measurements, etc.).
  
• Ability to use basic PMI, with assistance.
  
• Ability to follow setup instructions and run programs on one machine type.
  
• Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country.
  

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• Experience machining submarine, aerospace, defense, nuclear, or similarly critical components in a precision or defense manufacturing environment.
  
• Introductory knowledge of CNC machine operation or programming (G-code familiarity a plus, but not required).
  

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• Demonstrates attention to detail.
  
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
  
• Prioritizes safety and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  

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• Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
  
• May require working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.
  
• May be exposed to intense light from welding operations.
  
• Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks from welding and grinding operations.
  
• Depending on the location, may require working in hot, humid conditions (above 90 F degrees) or cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures.
  
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that may exceed 85 decibels and require the use of hearing protection.
  

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• Lift 20-50 pounds.
  
• Work in confined spaces, kneel, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.
  
• Identify color differences.
  

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• Lift 10-25 pounds.
  
• Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift/carry objects.
  
• Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated, and work with arms extended overhead.
  
• Operate a motor vehicle.
  

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• Lift up to 10 pounds.
  
• Wear PPE protection as required for the conditions.
  
• Be able to recognize and react to alarms.
  

Eaton's IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Senior CNC Setup Machinist. The hourly rate for this position is $25 - $29 per hour. The hours for this shift are 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eaton Aerospace Group is currently seeking CNC Setup Machinists to join our 1st shift team. This position is based in our North Charleston, SC facility. Relocation assistance will be provided. The range for this role is $25-29 per hour. This position is currently offering a sign-on bonus of $3,000*; less applicable withholding.

Position Overview: The setup machinist will lead the transition/changeover between production runs on various CNC machines such as mills and lathes then operate select machines through the remainder of the production run while ensuring quality parts from the work cell.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potentialand where you can help us reach ours.

In This Function You Will: Properly set tools in machine locations required for set-up & perform part changeover including program retrieval and input Establish work offsets (G54, G55, etc.) manually and utilizing probing technology Read, understand, and reset CNC machine program codes Be able to calculate and input axis coordinates for CNC machines up to 3 axis's or use spindle probe to determine work offsets Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing results to make adjustments to work offsets Additional benefits to include: Health insurance effective from first day of employment, air conditioned and well-maintained facility, paid lunch, two weeks of vacation upon hire. Eaton is invested in the learning and development of its employees, offering tuition assistance and capitalizing on new machining and measuring equipment.

Required (Basic) Qualifications: Must have a minimum of five (5) years' experience operating CNC lathes and/or mills in a manufacturing or operations environment or equivalent education Must have three (3) years' experience setting up CNC lathes and/or mills Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field Journeyman's Toolmaker Certification Experience with CNC or conversational programming Experience operating a variety of manual machines (lathes, mills, jig bore, grinders etc.) Familiar with Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, TPM, Error Proofing, Standardized Work, Set up Reduction, Continuous Flow, and Pull Experience in Troubleshooting Problems using quality tools such as statistics, 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, etc. PC computer skills (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, etc...) with ability to learn other programs Must be able to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches including proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Must be able to perform basic shop math. Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

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• Review the work order requirements and drawings, obtain fixtures and tools for preparation.
  
• Set up and operate CNC or manual lathes/mills to perform a variety of machining operations, to trace complex profiles requiring changes in set-up, speeds, feeds and tool angles per engineering drawings to meet daily production requirements.
  
• Set up and operate manual lathes/mills to perform a variety of machining operations i.e. perform single point threading per engineering drawings to meet daily production requirements
  
• Edit programs, speeds and feeds.
  
• Use manual tools to debur and degrease.
  
• Set-up and/or operate various drill presses, punch press involving drilling, taping, reaming, countersinking.
  
• Use jigs and fixtures, block or shim parts to level and align the irregular shaped parts.
  
• Check for concentricity, formed sections, steps or shoulder to close +/- tolerances of 0.001\" or less for faulty operation or defective material.
  
• Improvise machine set-up to perform non-standard type of work.
  
• Train entry level machinist.
  
• Report any problems or difficulties to the supervisor.
  
• Maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly condition & 6S.
  
• Following safety procedures and policies.
  
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
  

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• 2~ 5 years of experience in machining
  
• Able to set up and operate CNC machine
  
• Understand of G codes and M codes
  
• Able to read drawings and blueprints, calculate or determine dimensions not given.
  
• Able to work independently.
  
• Able to use measuring equipment, including caliber, micrometers, checking gauge etc.
  
• Data input skills / computer skills.
  
• PLC knowledge of controller to be able to edit programs.
  
• Knowledge of operating manual secondary equipment, drill press, saw, punch press, etc.
  
• Able to operate lathes and/or mills
  
• Knowledge of turning, facing and boring to hold tolerances +/- 0.001.
  
• Lifting up to 50lbs
  
• EHS awareness
  
• Flexibility in shift times.
  
• Flexibility in working overtime.
  

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• HS Diploma/GED or equivalent
  
• Associate's / Technical Degree (two years) is preferred.
  

• US Citizen

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• Properly set tools in machine locations required for set-up & perform part changeover including program retrieval and input
  
• Establish work offsets (G54, G55, etc.) manually and utilizing probing technology
  
• Read, understand, and reset CNC machine program codes
  
• Calculate and input axis coordinates for CNC machines up to 3 axis's or use a spindle probe to determine work offsets
  
• Calculate and input axis coordinates X, Y, and Z or use a spindle probe to determine work offsets
  
• Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing results to make adjustments to work offsets
  

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• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience operating CNC lathes and/or mills in a manufacturing or operations environment or an Associate's degree or higher in machining or manufacturing related discipline.
  
• A minimum of one (1) years experience setting up CNC lathes and/or mills
  
• 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.
  

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• Technical degree in manufacturing, machining, or related field
  
• Experience operating a variety of manual machines (lathes, mills, jig bore, grinders, etc.)
  

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• Able to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches including proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  
• Able to perform basic shop math.
  
• A demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  

A well-established and growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Plant Manager to lead operations at a key production facility. This confidential search is focused on a proven manufacturing leader with deep experience in CNC machining environments who can drive operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and profitability of the facility. This role will oversee production, quality, maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives, with particular focus on optimizing CNC machining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-site leadership for safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Drive operational excellence within a CNC machining environment (mills, lathes, multi-axis equipment)
• Optimize production flow, machine utilization, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Lead and develop production, engineering, maintenance, and support teams
• Champion Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish and monitor KPIs; implement corrective actions to meet plant goals
• Partner with engineering on process improvements, tooling strategies, and cycle time reductions
• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs support high machine uptime
• Manage labor planning, staffing, and capacity to meet customer demand
• Support capital equipment planning and justification for CNC investments
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational discipline

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field preferred
• 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
• Strong hands-on experience in CNC machining operations
• Demonstrated success leading multi-shift manufacturing teams
• Deep understanding of machining processes, tooling, fixturing, and cycle time optimization
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar preferred)
• Proven track record driving Lean/CI initiatives and measurable performance gains
• Strong financial and operational acumen

What We’re Looking For

• A floor-focused leader who understands machining at a technical level
• A builder of high-performing teams and strong plant culture
• A data-driven operator who improves throughput and reduces waste
• A change agent comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A leader who balances hands-on engagement with strategic thinking