Fabricator Operator (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation • Fayetteville, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is hiring a Fabricator Operator at its Fayetteville, North Carolina plant. The role performs metal fabrication operations and supports higher-level operators as directed. Work includes drilling, tapping, sanding, riveting, grinding, spot welding, shearing, powder painting, soldering, operating punch presses and other fabrication equipment, loading and unloading the paint line, and assisting with equipment upkeep and maintenance.

The operator works from manufacturing information, bills of material, and written or oral instructions. The role involves identifying parts and materials, obtaining supplies and fixtures, preparing components, transporting materials between workstations, inspecting work, maintaining production and quality records, and reporting quality or equipment problems. Core hours are Monday through Thursday, 5:15 AM to 3:45 PM. The stated hourly rate is $18.40.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Sufficient proficiency with precision-measuring equipment such as calipers, tape measures, and micrometers.
• Proficiency reading drawings or blueprints.
• Proficiency in general equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Must currently reside within 50 miles of the work location; active-duty military service member candidates are exempt from this geographical limitation.
• Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication work including drilling, tapping, sanding, riveting, grinding, spot welding, shearing, powder painting, soldering, and operating punch presses and other fabrication equipment.
• Assist higher-level operators and sheet metal fabricators as directed.
• Work from manufacturing information, bills of material, and written and oral instructions.
• Determine necessary parts and inventory, identify jigs and fixtures, and obtain materials from stock areas.
• Deliver materials to and from workstations using material-handling equipment; position material on coil cradles or feeders and ensure correct parts and documentation reach the next process in a timely manner.
• Prepare components by wiping, degreasing, deburring, or grinding them.
• Collect and place scrap in appropriate containers and maintain required documentation and records.
• Operate spot welders, punch presses, and other metal-fabrication equipment as directed.
• Inspect parts using manufacturing information such as drawings or blueprints, make necessary adjustments, maintain accurate piece counts, and inform the Supervisor of quality problems.
• Apply powder paint and shear materials to the proper size.
• Perform equipment upkeep and minor maintenance, including dressing welding electrodes, oiling or greasing, adjusting machine settings, changing tooling, and making minor adjustments.
• Complete maintenance check sheets and report equipment problems to the Supervisor or Maintenance personnel.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors, including location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED