Fabrication Technician I (2nd Shift)

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Fabrication Technician I (2nd Shift) in Hodges, SC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aluminum and copper busbars for assembly by operating manual presses, hand grinders, and applying protective tape before the Epoxy process.
• Assist with gathering materials for various work centers.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain 5S+ standards within the work area.
• Handle housings requiring hole punching, cutting, and support taping processes.
• Operate press brakes according to manufacturing instructions and/or assist other operators with bending heavy or oversized parts.
• Apply tape to bars according to order specifications to protect aluminum and copper during the epoxy process.
• Use hand grinders to remove excess weld material and assist with loading and unloading robotic welders.
• Absorb and track welded and single-piece components by shop order, and deliver them to the appropriate work centers.
• Work from established procedures, manufacturing information, drawings, blueprints, sketches, and written or verbal instructions from supervision or engineering.
• Use material handling equipment to move products and supplies.
• May lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation and push or pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally with assistance.
• Flex across other fabrication areas as needed, including press brake, downdraft, masking, and housing punch operations.
• Perform tasks requiring fine motor skills, including typing, pressing buttons, and similar activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 3 months of industrial manufacturing experience
• 3 months of experience operating a powered industrial vehicle (e.g., forklift)
• 3 months of experience using hand and pneumatic (air) tools
• South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Benefits

This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. 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.