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Welder Career Path

AT Eaton
Eaton

Welder Career Path

Reno, NV

Eaton's ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a Welder Career Path. The core hours are Monday through Friday from 6;00 am - 2:30 pm. The rate for this position is $26.25 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.

What you'll do:

Position Overview:

The Assembler II is primarily focused on assembly for our cable tray department with an emphasis on welding. The Assembler II will help with large part construction through assembly and will handle up to 50-pound parts and materials regularly. This role has the potential to advance within our cable tray department to become a welder. Advancement is based on performance, attendance, and ability to learn and progress.

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In this function you will:
• Perform simple repetitive bench assembly of parts and components
• Use bolts, screws, hand tools, clips and other fastening devices
• Work under close supervision and may work from models, samples, or simple diagrams
• Handle 50-pound parts to assist with large part construction
• Remove excess weld, slag, spatter, and rough spots from workpieces using grinders, brushes or scrapers.
• Support all facility Continuous Improvement and LEAN initiatives including, but not limited to:
o Maintain 5-S (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) throughout shop floor and office areas.
o Track and sustain all visual management tools such as, but not limited to: layered audits, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) boards, and any additional LEAN tools that are deemed necessary to provide direction, goals and status to the shop floor.
o Encourage, support, and actively participate in Kaizen improvements and events throughout the facility, department, and area of responsibility.
• Train on the following:
o Introduction to material flow (set ups)
o Understanding shop orders, part description, BOM, inspection sheets and etc.
o Understanding engineering drawings to identify location and types of weld
o Operate machinery and presses safely & proficiently
o Run multiple presses and changeovers / set-ups for multiple dies
o Accurately read, interpret, & produce parts from blueprints and shop drawings
o Identify different gauges and types of raw material
o Accurately read tape measure, scales, & calipers
o Understand lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts used by Eaton.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• A High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required
• Minimum of 1-year prior experience set up and operating machinery & presses
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Reno, NV will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience with manufacturing fabrication.
• Demonstrated welding ability / knowledge - A welding demonstration is preferred
• Set-up and troubleshoot welding equipment.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpiece to ensure conformance.
• Ability to weld aluminum and steel.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop orders. Responsible for safety, quality, production quotas, and all documentation associated with product movement and confirmations.

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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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. 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.

Client-provided location(s): Reno, NV, USA
Job ID: Eaton-30942Reno
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)