Mission Critical Bus Assembler

Eaton Corporation • Sumter, SC

50d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

In the Production Associate, Switchboard Bus Assembler role, you will refer to diagrams and blueprints to correctly assemble and install metal bus bars and other internal components of a switchboard. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete work assignment and meet safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity goals.

Requirements

• Experience in complex assembly operations or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
• Experience with measuring devices (i.e., tape measure and calipers).
• Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams or drawings, or operating instructions.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Utilize various hand tools to assemble and verify quality in switchboards/panelboards in a Lean environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend front views, one-line diagrams, bills of material, tape measure, and pick sheets.

Responsibilities

• Work from manufacturing information such as front views, bill of materials, drawings, blueprints, order entry systems, and oral or written instructions in order to assemble metal bus bars and other components of a switchboard and proactively identify missing components.
• Utilize various hand tools and a tape measure to accurately measure and install material by closely following established procedures for completing assigned function.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
• Be responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before and after assembly, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED