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Inspector Tester C - 3rd Shift (Quality)

EATON
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jun 2026
💰 $48,000/yr

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Inspector Tester C - 3rd 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 11:00 pm - 7:00 am. 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

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