Leak Proof Welder - 1st Shift

Eaton; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and vacation time

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton is hiring a Leak Proof Welder for 1st shift in Wisconsin. The role involves operating pulse welding, stud welding and cutting tools to assemble leakproof tanks and related components.

You will verify parts against blueprints, align with fixtures, and sign safety and quality checklists. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus 1-year technical training and/or 2+ years welding experience in MIG/ARC.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 1-year technical school diploma and/or welding experience required.
• 2+ years of MIG and ARC welding experience encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Operate welding equipment to assemble tanks with leakproof seams.
• Inspect parts against blueprints for dimensions and locations.
• Use fixtures and jigs to align components and weldments.
• Sign off on safety and quality checklists for each unit.
• Move and position heavy parts with cranes as needed.
• Adhere to Product Quality Guidelines and weld standards.

Skills

Mig welding

Arc welding

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

1-year Technical School diploma

Tools

Pulse welding machine

Stud welder

Oxygen-acetylene torch

Plasma cutter

Grinder

Jib crane

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Leak Proof Welder - 1st Shift.The hourly rate for this position is $27.90 per hour. The hours for this shift are 7am - 3pm.Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.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 payShift 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:Position Overview:Leak-proof welders operate a pulse welding machine, stud welder, cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinder, and jib crane to assemble 3 phase/Switch module/Regulator tanks with leakproof seams. Welders also check parts against blueprints for proper dimensions and locations and know how to use fixtures and jigs. Finally, welders sign off on safety and quality checklists. In this function you will:• Check material specifications and dimensions on shop orders and prints against customer specifications for accuracy.• Cut and trim material using oxygen-acetylene torch and plasma when required.• Assemble component parts to front plates checking part numbers and locations against blueprints. Splice multiple pieces of material to make up front plate and other tank components.• Check corrugate for the proper size of volutes.• Assemble and welds front plate, tank bottom, and tank body, including corrugate, providing all leakproof seams.• Grind excess weld from seams, edges, and gasket seats to improve the fit of parts. Scrape and wipes down unit to ensure it meets applicable customer requirements.• Set tank on conveyor line, stamping with the employee identification number.• Attach shop orders to the units with initials signed on it.• Operate jib and bridge crane to move and position heavy parts and assemblies.• Assist co-workers with the assembling and tipping of large units.• Abide by Product Quality Guidelines and all weld quality standards.Qualifications:Required (Basic) Qualifications:• High School education or GED from an accredited institution required• Completion of a 1-year Technical School diploma from an accredited institution AND/OR a minimum of 2 years of welding experience in mig and arc welding• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future• No relocation benefit is being 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.#LI-SB2Skills:Position Criteria:• Ability to successfully complete Eaton’s Power Systems weld test with a score greater or equal to 80%• Ability to lift up to 50 LBS; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations• Ability to work overtime when required.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon 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.Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. 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