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Eaton's EPG CHD ALP Airport Lighting Products division is currently seeking a Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder.
The hourly rate for this position is $29.59 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:
Eaton's ALP Airport Lighting Products division is currently seeking a Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder. This position is based at our Windsor, CT location.
The Sheet Metal Fabricator / Welder will fabricate and assemble custom sheet metal components and assemblies for airport lighting products. While welding is an important aspect of this role, the majority of the work involves precision sheet metal fabrication .060-.125 CRS and aluminum, forming, machining, and assembly of aluminum and steel components.
What You Will Do
• Fabricate, modify, and assemble sheet metal components using engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform TIG, MIG, and spot-welding operations on aluminum and steel components.
• Work primarily with material thicknesses ranging from .030 to .250 inches.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment including press brakes, shears, CNC turret punches, PEM insertion equipment, Bridgeport mills, and various metal-cutting saws.
• Inspect completed work to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with quality requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders.
• Crosstrain and develop proficiency in multiple fabrication processes as needed to support production operations.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Experience TIG welding aluminum in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
• Sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Experience welding aluminum and steel using TIG and MIG processes.
• Experience operating press brakes, shears, CNC turret punches, PEM insertion equipment, Bridgeport mills, and metal-cutting saws.
Skills:
• Proficiency in TIG welding aluminum.
• Working knowledge of MIG and spot welding processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fabrication skills.
• Ability to accurately use measuring equipment including calipers and tape measure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
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