Metal Fabrication Technician

Eaton Corporation•Minden, LA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Metal Fabrication Technician to join our Fibrebond team in Minden, LA! If you're interested in manufacturing and eager to learn, this could be a great opportunity to grow with us. The core hours average 54 per week (including overtime) between 6 am - 4:30 pm. The hourly range for this position is $15.40-$18.48 per hour. 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. Fibrebond, an Eaton company, designs and manufactures pre integrated modular buildings and power enclosures that protect mission critical equipment for data center, industrial, utility, and communications customers. Headquartered in Minden, Louisiana, Fibrebond is known for its engineered to order solutions that support complex infrastructure projects across North America. In 2025, Fibrebond was acquired by Eaton, expanding Eaton’s modular solutions portfolio while preserving Fibrebond’s strong engineering expertise, customer focus, and manufacturing operations in Louisiana.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
Willingness and ability to be trained
Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Minden, LA facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience reading tape measures, work orders, or blueprints
Experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring devices (e.g., grinder, saw, tape measure)
Experience with computer programing and process
Ability to work overtime as required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, twist, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, and use both hands to lift and position materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to ascend and descend ladders as needed
Ability to work outdoors in seasonal temperatures throughout the year
Ability to work in dusty environments
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Clear vision with or without corrective lenses
Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions
Ability to maintain confidentiality of trade secrets and proprietary information

Responsibilities

Read and interpret MF and MFP work orders and related documentation
Locate, organize, and transport raw materials to workstations using overhead cranes and material‑handling equipment
Cut and press materials to specification using manual and PLC‑controlled saws, shear presses, and punch presses
Layout, drill, and punch holes and shapes per prints and specifications
Use grinders, hand tools, and other equipment to finish fabricated parts, deburr edges, and clean components
Stage fabricated parts for transfer to welding or additional processing steps
Assist welders with setup and preparation of components for welding operations
Operate spot/stud welding equipment as required
Complete required documentation for work orders and submit to shop administration
Perform basic cleanup and routine maintenance on shop equipment and work areas
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace by following safety procedures and housekeeping standards
Complete programming and machining of various products