Assembly Technician II

Eaton Corporation•Greenwood, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is hiring an Assembly Technician II to assemble, wire, and modify products according to specified guidelines. Work includes medium- and high-voltage indoor and outdoor assemblies, breaker and auxiliary compartments, breakers, customer service orders, power modules, and related subassemblies. The position pays $20.00 per hour and has core hours Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. It is eligible for a variable pay incentive program. The position requires one year of industrial manufacturing experience and a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must be within 50 miles of Greenwood, South Carolina, except active-duty military service member candidates, who are exempt from this geographic limitation. No relocation benefit is offered, and Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. The technician follows manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, and written or oral instructions to established procedures. The work includes mounting and installing electrical equipment, performing wiring operations, handling heavy copper parts, inspecting assemblies, completing quality and production documentation, reporting inventory shortages, responding to changes and customer requests, supporting development work, and coaching colleagues. The position involves regular exposure to noise and frequent exposure to dust. Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, reaching, gripping, handling, stooping, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; the role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds or more, with or without accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
One year of industrial manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of and safe use of hand and air tools.
Basic computer skills.
Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive, and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups as part of a team.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.
Ability to use various hand and power tools, a step ladder, and a crane to assemble products and verify quality in a Lean environment.
Ability to use standard computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook and Teams, and job-specific programs such as ENOVIA.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands for handling and feeling; frequently stoop, lift, carry, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds or more, with or without accommodation.
Near and far vision, depth perception, and color discrimination.
Must be within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, South Carolina, unless an active-duty military service member candidate.

Nice To Haves

South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assemble, wire, and modify medium- and high-voltage indoor and outdoor assemblies, breaker and auxiliary compartments, breakers, customer service orders, power modules, and related subassemblies.
Work to manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, and written or oral instructions from a supervisor or team lead, following established procedures.
Complete ISO checklists, quality checklists, customer checklists, feedback forms, and production lists for supervision, drafting, customer service, and engineering as required.
Mount and install electrical equipment and perform wiring operations as needed.
Regularly lift and assemble heavy copper parts.
Report shortages to appropriate operators of Kanban inventory.
Inspect assemblies for loose or missing hardware and cleanliness.
Respond to change notices, customer-requested adjustments, and development needs.
Assist engineering, drafting, and supervision with customer-initiated development work.
Train and coach colleagues to support knowledge transfer and skill development.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.