Die Setter/Punch Press Operator (Weekend Shift)

# Build Your Career with Eaton

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is seeking a Die Setter / Punch Press Operator for our weekend shift in Fayetteville, NC. This is a hands-on manufacturing opportunity for someone who has experience setting dies and wants a three-day scheduled workweek, competitive pay and opportunities to build additional skills.

In this role, you will set up and operate punch presses using progressive automatic dies and automatic feed equipment. You will perform die changes, adjust press and feed settings, complete trial runs and first-part inspections, and help keep production running safely and efficiently.

The hourly rate for this position is $25.56 - $33.07 (includes 11.12% weekend shift premium).

CORE HOURS: 6AM - 6PM (FRIDAY - SUNDAY)

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• 80 hours of paid holidays
• Bi-Weekly pay
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Overtime opportunities
• Climate Controlled
• Retirement benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

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.

## What you’ll do:

• Set up and operate punch presses using progressive automatic dies and automatic feed equipment.
• Install, calibrate, change and dismantle dies; move dies to the tool room when sharpening or maintenance is required.
• Adjust presses and power or automatic feeds during initial setup and throughout production.
• Perform trial runs, first-part inspections and periodic quality checks using manufacturing information, drawings and blueprints; make necessary adjustments.
• Troubleshoot jams and minor equipment or tooling issues and perform routine maintenance on punches, dies, hydraulic clamping systems, feeders and related equipment.
• Move dies, coils, components and materials using approved material-handling equipment; ensure the correct parts and documentation move to the next process.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records and keep equipment and work area clean, orderly and safe.

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# Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated proficiency of reading and working from drawings and/or blueprints.
• Ability to drive a forklift and obtain forklift certification.

You may be a strong match if you have personally installed, changed, aligned, calibrated, or adjusted dies in a manufacturing environment for at least six months.

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## Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of six months of experience setting dies in a manufacturing environment OR Two years machinist experience OR a graduate of a technical school (Tool & Die or Machining programs)
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability and similar arrangements.
• No relocation is offered for this role. Candidates must live within 50 miles of the Fayetteville, NC facility. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographic limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with machine operation
• Previous experience with operating a punch press machine

## Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated proficiency with drawings and/or blueprints.
• Able to drive a forklift and obtain forklift certification.

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