Inspector Tester C - 2nd Shift (Quality)

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Inspector Tester C - 2nd Shift (Quality) to join our team on Badger Dr. in Waukesha, WI!

The hourly rate for this position is $24.45 + $2.50 shift differential.

The core hours are 3 pm - 11 pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000, paid in two installments, less applicable withholding.

Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2026 to qualify.
• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.
• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

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!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more

What you'll do:

The Inspector/Tester performs assembly inspection of transformers/regulators at various locations in the assembly plants per established procedures. You will perform electrical testing on assembled single and three-phase transformers/regulators per established procedures and monitor conformance to quality standards.

In this function, you will:

• Perform routine factory dielectric tests per established procedures, including OX (induced), QC impulse, and hipot (applied potential).
• Perform routine factory loss tests per established procedures, including load loss (winding loss) & no-load loss (core loss).
• Perform power factor, ratio, and resistance tests per established procedures.
• Perform operational tests on regulators as required.
• Perform continuity test on unit per established procedures.
• Follow routine tests inspect unit nameplate, stamp impedance value on nameplate, and secure nameplate to tested unit.
• Perform visual inspection on interior of unit upon completion of testing.
• Perform minor maintenance of test equipment.
• Perform special routine tests when required.
• Perform all responsibilities of the Inspector, including, but not limited to:
• Perform visual inspection of units throughout the assembly process per established procedures.
• Perform the following tests as required per established procedures: ratio, resistance, leak, continuity, control box, insulation resistance, regulator sub-assembly, regulator modification, regulator run-in.
• Apply decals and stencils to exterior of unit and perform paint mileage check as required.
• Assist Engineering and Manufacturing in identifying and resolving shop floor problems.
• Complete various company forms to communicate inspection status and other information and to document inspection results per established procedures.
• Collect various types of data per established procedures as required

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience
• 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.
• 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:

• Education in AC/DC fundamentals or completion of electricity coursework from an accredited institution or a minimum 1 year of experience in electricity

Skills:

• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

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.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.