Welder (3rd Shift)

Eaton Corporation • Reno, NV

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About The Position

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is hiring a Welder for its comm data/fabrication department. The role focuses primarily on welding and includes handling materials and parts weighing up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift. The position operates under close supervision and may involve working from models, samples, or engineering drawings.

The Welder performs repetitive assembly and fabrication tasks, operates welding equipment, and works with both aluminum and steel. The role also supports facility continuous-improvement and LEAN initiatives, including maintaining 5-S practices and visual management tools and participating in Kaizen improvements. The listed hourly rate is $28.07 plus a $1-per-hour shift premium. Core hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of welding experience in a manufacturing environment using MIG/TIG.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly; able to lift more than 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Ability to accurately measure components and products using tape measures and calipers.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Ability to adjust and troubleshoot welding equipment.
• Ability to identify defects and measure workpieces to ensure conformance.
• Ability to stand continuously during the working shift.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Candidates must be within a 50-mile radius 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.
• No relocation benefit is offered.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing fabrication.
• Ability to weld aluminum and steel.
• Experience with high-volume, fast-paced welding.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple repetitive tasks and assemble parts and components.
• Use bolts, screws, hand tools, clips, and other fastening devices.
• Operate welding equipment, make minor adjustments, and weld aluminum and steel.
• Remove excess weld, slag, spatter, and rough spots using grinders, brushes, chisels, or scrapers.
• Maintain 5-S practices throughout shop-floor and office areas.
• Track and sustain visual management tools, including layered audits and OEE boards.
• Encourage, support, and participate in Kaizen improvements and events.
• Handle materials and parts up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift.
• Measure components and products and check workpieces for defects and conformance.
• Wear required personal protective equipment in accordance with company policy and procedure.

Benefits

• Health benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational assistance program.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Health and welfare benefits and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed