Welder - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Holidays & vacation

Employer 401(k) match

Job summary

Eaton Corporation’s Worcester, MA plant is seeking a Production Welder on 2nd shift. The role includes hand-welding or robotic welding on assemblies, deburring, grinding, and fitting components prior to welding. You will operate multiple welding systems and maintain equipment while following safety guidelines.

The position requires a high school diploma or welding certification and at least 6 months of welding experience. Relocation is not offered; within 50 miles considered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 months of prior welding experience OR a technical diploma or certification in welding from an accredited institution.
• No relocation benefit offered; candidates within 50-mile radius considered.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration status for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine hand-welding or robotic welding on standard and near-standard assemblies.
• Deburr, grind, and fit components prior to welding; grind and polish finished elements as required.
• Operate welders, grinders, and other metal-fabrication equipment as directed.
• Maintain equipment and perform housekeeping; follow PPE and safety rules.
• Assist with on-the-job training and continuous improvement.

Skills

Welding experience

Read drawings/blueprints

Tool operation

Basic shop math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical welding diploma/certification

Tools

MIG/TIG/Arc welding equipment

Calipers/measurement tools

Cranes (trained)

Job description

Eaton’s ES GDCO division is currently seeking a Welder - 2nd Shift to join the Worcester, MA team!

The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 plus 11.5% shift differential per hour.

Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm

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.

Why work at Eaton?

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid parental leave, holidays, and vacation!
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs with company match, Education/Tuition Assistance Program, Annual Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

Position Overview

The Production Welder will perform routine hand-welding or robotic welding on a repetitive and non-repetitive nature on standard and near-standard assemblies. De-burr, grind, and fit components prior to welding. Grind and polish finished elements as required. Block jig or position parts prior to welding. Assist other operators in their work as directed/required. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world.

In this function you will:

• Perform work from manufacturing information, bills of material, written and/or oral instructions.
• Utilize manufacturing information, determine necessary parts/inventory, jigs/fixtures, and obtain materials from stock areas
• Complete necessary preparation work such as wiping, degreasing, de-burring, or grinding of components
• Pick up and place scrap in appropriate containers. Documentation/record keeping may be required
• Operate spot welders, arc welders, plasma TIG welder, MIG welder, cutting torch, power grinder, power sanders, hand-tools, bandsaws, drills, temporary fixturing devices, jigs and fixtures, and other metal-fabrication equipment as directed.
• Be responsible for maintenance of equipment such as dressing of welding electrodes, oiling/greasing, machine settings, changing of tooling, and minor adjustments may be necessary. Complete necessary maintenance check sheets and inform Supervisor and / or Maintenance personnel of any problems
• Maintain equipment and perform housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Adheres to all environmental, health, safety rules and regulations, and work instructions including the use of ventilation equipment during welding operation and the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist team in achieving plant and department goals by flexing when needed.
• Assist with on-the-job training and continuous improvement.
• Fosters an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement through participation and teamwork.
• General knowledge of Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS).
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 months of prior welding experience OR a technical diploma or certification in welding from an accredited institution.
• 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.
• 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.

Preferred

• Minimum of 1 years of weld experience in industrial manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 1 years of experience working with basic shop math and welding symbols.

Position Criteria

• Ability to read written instructions and comprehend verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and understand formal, informal drawings, and/or engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and follow standard work.
• Ability to use good judgment and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions.
• Basic computer knowledge of Windows based operating systems and programs.
• Ability to use measuring tape, and variable gauges, such as calipers.
• Ability to change tooling/tooling parameters.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to use a crane once fully trained to lift items
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position
• Ability to wear required PPE for the role including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and protective arm and hand coverings.

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