Fabrication Technician IV (Robot Weld) - 2nd Shift

Eaton; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton in Hodges, SC is hiring a Fabrication Technician IV (Robot Weld) for the 2nd shift. The role involves operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing robotic welding cells, with typical 3:30 pm–11:30 pm hours and a $1 per hour shift premium.

Candidates should have at least 1 year in robotic/automated welding, be within 50 miles of Hodges, and possess a high school diploma or GED. Safety and quality compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in robotic welding or automated welding environments.
• Eaton does not sponsor CPT/OPT/STEM OPT or work visa.
• No relocation benefit; candidates within 50 miles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain robotic welding systems (6-axis robots, welding cells).
• Modify robot paths, touch-ups, and offsets to ensure weld quality.
• Perform basic robot programming and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with maintenance/engineering to resolve automation issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Use calipers or gauges to verify measurements per engineering standards.
• Follow all safety policies and 5S+ practices.

Skills

Robotic welding

HMI knowledge

MIG TIG welding

Robotic cell integration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Fabrication Technician IV (Robot Weld) - 2nd Shift at our Hodges, SC facility.

The core hours are 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

The rate for this position is $22.83 per hour + $1 per hour shift premium.

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.

What You'll Do

This role will operate, troubleshoot, and optimize robotic welding systems. This role requires hands-on experience with robotic weld cells, welding processes, and the ability to adjust robot paths and programs in real-time.

In This Function You Will

• Operate and maintain robotic welding systems (6-axis robots, welding cells)
• Modify robot paths, touch-ups, and offsets to ensure weld quality.
• Perform basic robot programming and troubleshooting.
• Work with maintenance/engineering to resolve automation issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery such as oiling, manual clamp adjustments, and clamp/finger replacement.
• Utilize calipers, gauges, or other measuring devices to ensure engineering standards.
• Comply with the environment, health, and safety guidelines.
• Sustain 5S+ in area.
• Be responsible for following all safety policies and procedures, complying with WSRA's, and wearing proper PPE. Any safety issue identified should be reported immediately to team lead, supervisor, or manager.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in robotic welding or automated welding environments.
• 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 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

• Experience setting up weld fixtures and tooling.
• Troubleshooting experience with robotic systems and fixtures.

Skills

• Familiarity with ABB or similar welding robots.
• Knowledge of HMI
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, and/or braze welding.
• Understanding of robotic cell integration (sensors, safety systems).

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Lifting up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Pushing and/or pulling up to 100 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Fine motor skills, typing, pushing buttons, etc.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, lift, carry, grip, reach at or above shoulder level, and use hands to handle and feel with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination

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