Fabrication Technician II (2nd Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 37,440 - 45,760; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Hodges, SC is seeking a Fabrication Technician II for 2nd shift work hours from 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM. The role involves preparing aluminum and copper for assembly using various tools, maintaining safety standards, and performing routine maintenance on heavy machinery.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and reside within 50 miles of Hodges. Preferred qualifications include experience in industrial manufacturing and operating powered vehicles. A competitive hourly wage of $20.00 is offered, along with various health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must reside within a 50-mile radius of Hodges, SC.
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aluminum and copper busbars for assembly.
• Assist with gathering materials for various work centers.
• Comply with EHS guidelines and maintain 5S+ standards.

Skills

Industrial manufacturing experience

Operating powered industrial vehicles

Using hand and pneumatic tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

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

The rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. The core hours are Monday through Friday from 3:30pm until 11:30pm. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Salary information is a general guideline only; actual salary depends on skill, experience, and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aluminum and copper busbars for assembly by operating manual presses, hand grinders, and taping equipment prior to the epoxy process.
• Assist with gathering materials for various work centers.
• Comply with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) guidelines and maintain 5S+ standards within the work area.
• Receive job assignments from the supervisor or through the production control system.
• Enter required information into the data collection system accurately and promptly.
• Interpret manufacturing documents, including sketches, drawings, and written or verbal instructions.
• Set up and operate heavy machinery such as Weidamatics, Optishear, band saws, coil machines, and drill presses.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, including oiling, manual clamp adjustments, and clamp/finger replacements.
• Frequently push or pull loads up to 100 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs without accommodation; use material handling equipment to move and position heavy materials safely.
• Maintain familiarity with all materials used in job tasks and follow Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) instructions.
• Use calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools to verify components meet engineering specifications to ±0.001 in.
• Conduct statistical process control (SPC) monitoring on machinery as required.
• Flex across various fabrication areas, which may include Geka shear, coil machine, housing saw, accessory bending, press brake, downdraft, masking, and housing punch.

Qualifications

Basic

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means 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 is provided for this position. Applicants must reside within a 50-mile radius of Hodges, SC.

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.

Position Criteria

• Ability to push and/or pull up to 100 lbs and lift up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring fine motor skills, including typing, pressing buttons, and operating equipment or controls.
• Proven problem‑solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focus.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on 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.

Second‑Chance Employment

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment and will consider qualified applicants with a history of arrest or conviction, consistent with applicable local laws.