Test Technician I

Eaton’s Electrical division is currently seeking a Test Technician I to join our first shift team. This position is based at our Youngsville, NC facility.

Position Overview:

The Test Technician will perform testing, troubleshooting, and repair on Single Phase and Three phase medium voltage UPS systems to ensure products meet defined specifications. The incumbent will be responsible for reading and interpreting electronic schematics for UPS Systems.

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 potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Communicate effectively with cross functional departments to resolve and correct UPS testing issues
• Be responsible for reporting any Non-conformance items by utilizing our Quality Management Guidelines
• Recommend modifications and improvements to enhance the products for quality, reliability, manufacturability and cost effectiveness
• Instruct and communicate with Production Associates, Quality Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineers and Test Engineers to resolve daily production and warranty issues
• Check and maintain equipment to ensure compliance with ISO 9000:2000 standards
• Identify and implement corrective actions for the repair, replacement and calibration of laboratory tools and manufacturing equipment
• Assist team in achieving plant and department goals
• Adhere to all environmental, health, safety policies and procedures, and work instructions
• Use the principles of 5S to ensure a clean and organized work area
• Foster an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in electronics or electrical technology from an accredited institution
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.  Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered.  Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of switchboard and switchgear operations
• Manufacturing systems knowledge (KANBAN, JIT, Production scheduling)
• Experience with DC battery currents
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• 1-year experience in electronics or equivalent

 Position Criteria:

• Basic knowledge of Electronic Test Measurement Devices
• Demonstrated ability to take and give direction
• Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels
• Basic computer knowledge of Windows based operating systems and programs.
• Ability to read and understand formal, informal drawings, and/or electronic schematics.
• Ability to completely test and troubleshoot electronic products
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly throughout work shift
• Ability to distinguish colored wiring
• Ability to frequently stand or bend

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination. As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement. Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time.

Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com

Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. 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 day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.

We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Job: Manufacturing & Operations

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: CPDI OPS Operations

Job Level: Entry Level
Schedule: Full-time
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: No

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