Cobot Robotic Weld Operator (2nd Shift)

Eaton; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is seeking a Cobot Robotic Weld Operator (2nd Shift) to operate cobot weld cells and ensure quality through proper machine operation and inspections.

The role requires 1 year of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work on the 3PM-1AM schedule. Candidates should be familiar with blueprints and basic measuring tools.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• No immigration sponsorship or CPT/OPT/STEM OPT plans for this position.
• Relocation not offered; candidates must reside within 50 miles of Greenwood facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate cobot welding cells to perform high-quality welds.
• Set up, start, change over, and shut down cobot welding operations.
• Fabricate parts from steel, aluminum, and cast metal per blueprints.
• Perform metal joining and cutting with cobots with precise programmed actions.
• Inspect final products and measure parts with tape measures and calipers.
• Identify process improvements and perform root cause analysis.
• Follow TPM/5S maintenance protocols daily.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Sheet metal fabrication

Machine operation

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ENOVIA

DMM ERP

AS-400

Microsoft Outlook/Teams

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Cobot Robotic Weld Operator (2nd Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $20.94 + $1 shift differential per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

CORE HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY (3PM - 1AM)

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

The Robotic Weld Cell Operator will operate a Cobot weld cell. They ensure product quality through proper machine operation, inspections, and measurements, identify process improvements, and follow daily maintenance protocols.

• Operate collaborative welding robots (cobots) to perform high-quality welds on various workpieces.


• Set up, start, change over, and shut down cobot welding operations.


• Fabricate parts from steel, aluminum, and cast metal according to blueprints and specifications.


• Perform metal joining and cutting operations using cobots, ensuring precise execution of each programmed action.


• Inspect final products to ensure quality welds and measure finished parts using tape measures and calipers.


• Identify opportunities for process improvement and complete root cause analysis for quality or production issues.


• Follow TPM/5S protocols for machine maintenance as part of a daily checklist.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.


• Must have a minimum of one (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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.


• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Greenwood facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a machine operator or a graduate of a machine certificate program.


• Experience in sheet metal fabrication, including standard punch and bend tooling and processes.


• Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams, or operating instructions.


• Experience with measuring devices (tape measure and calipers).


• Experience with ERP systems including DMM and AS-400.

POSITION CRITERIA

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills


• Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.


• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.


• Utilize various hand and power tools, step ladder and crane to assemble and verify quality in a Lean environment.


• Must be able to use standard computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook/Teams and job specific programs such as ENOVIA.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. Employees are frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

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