Assembly Technician, 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation•Greenwood, SC

2d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly Technician assembles, wires, fits, and modifies components used in the manufacture of medium and high‑voltage indoor and outdoor assemblies, including breaker and auxiliary compartments, breakers, power modules, customer service orders, and related sub‑assemblies. Work from manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions from supervisors or engineering; read and interpret mechanical drawings as required. Mount and install electrical and mechanical equipment, including mimic bus, painting floors, covers, and related components as needed. Receive, pick, label, pack, and prepare materials and assemblies for shipment. Operate forklifts and/or cranes as required.Maintain minimum Kanban inventory levels and report material shortages to appropriate personnel. Inspect assemblies for loose or missing hardware and overall cleanliness. Respond to engineering change notices, customer-requested modifications, and product development needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Skilled in the safe and efficient use of hand tools and pneumatic (air) tools.
Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, or I‑485 job portability.
No relocation assistance is available. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from this geographical requirement.
Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive abilities, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and teams in a collaborative environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as business needs require.
Ability to safely use hand and power tools, step ladders, and cranes to assemble products and verify quality in a Lean environment.
Proficiency with standard computer applications (Microsoft Outlook and Teams) and job‑specific systems such as ENOVIA.
Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands for handling and feeling.
Frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push/pull 50 lbs. or more with or without accommodation
Vision requirements include near and far vision, depth perception, and color discrimination.

Nice To Haves

1 year of industrial manufacturing experience
South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Responsibilities

Assembles, wires, fits, and modifies components used in the manufacture of medium and high‑voltage indoor and outdoor assemblies
Work from manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, established procedures, and written or verbal instructions from supervisors or engineering; read and interpret mechanical drawings as required.
Mount and install electrical and mechanical equipment, including mimic bus, painting floors, covers, and related components as needed.
Receive, pick, label, pack, and prepare materials and assemblies for shipment.
Operate forklifts and/or cranes as required.
Maintain minimum Kanban inventory levels and report material shortages to appropriate personnel.
Inspect assemblies for loose or missing hardware and overall cleanliness.
Respond to engineering change notices, customer-requested modifications, and product development needs.

Benefits

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.

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