Machine Operator Technician II, Fabrication - 1st Shift

Socket.dev; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive plan

Job summary

Eaton is hiring a Machine Operator Technician II, Fabrication for the 1st shift in Greenwood, SC. The role involves manufacturing parts from steel, aluminum, and cast metals per blueprints, with safety and quality standards emphasized.

You will operate and set up machinery, perform maintenance, and inspect finished parts. Eligible for a variable incentive plan; salary is hourly at $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No immigration sponsorship or relocation benefits; within 50 miles of Greenwood, SC.
• 1st shift availability; core hours 5:00 am–3:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication machinery (shear, Finn Power, Prima, horizontal press brakes/benders, Trumpf lasers) following blueprints.
• Measure parts with tape measures and calipers; perform visual inspections and identify nonconforming parts.
• Maintain production progress and communicate concerns promptly.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook/Teams

ENOVIA

DMM

AS-400

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCADdivision is currently seeking aMachine Operator Technician II, Fabrication - 1st Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. The core hours are Monday through Thrusday from 5:00 am until 3:00 pm.

This position is also eligible for a variable incentive plan.

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:

As a Fabrication Technician, you will manufacture parts from steel, aluminum, and cast metals in accordance with blueprint specifications. You will collaborate effectively with team members to complete assigned tasks while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards.

• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and engaged work environment by following all company policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe equipment operation, and participation in 5S practices.
• Interpret travel documents, blueprints, and verbal or written instructions to set up, operate, and perform routine maintenance on machinery such as shear machines, Finn Power, Prima, horizontal press brakes/benders, and Trumpf lasers.
• Maintain expected production progress within your assigned area and communicate any concerns in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and conduct root cause analysis to address quality or production issues.
• Ensure product quality by measuring finished parts using tools such as tape measures and calipers, performing visual inspections, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Support team flexibility by cross-training and filling in for other roles or job functions as needed.
• Monitor machine performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and ensure proper functionality.
• Prepare machines for daily operation, including setup verification and completion of safety checks.
• Inspect finished products for defects and confirm compliance with quality standards.
• Communicate equipment issues and improvement suggestions to supervisors or team leads.

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, or I‑485 job portability.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferreed Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a machine operator or completion of a machining certificate program.
• Hands‑on experience in sheet metal fabrication, including the use of standard punching and bending tools and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manufacturing drawings, diagrams, and operating instructions.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers.Familiarity with Eaton systems, including DMM and AS‑400.

Position Criteria

• 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.

Physical Demands (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands for handling and material manipulation.
• Frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, and pull.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., and push/pull 50 lbs. or more.
• May be required to operate material‑handling equipment, including powered industrial vehicles.
• Must meet vision requirements, including near and far vision, depth perception, and color discrimination.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to noise and frequent exposure to dust in a manufacturing environment.

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

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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.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. 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. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.