Panelboard Production Associate (B-Shift)

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is hiring a Panelboard Production Associate at its Sumter, South Carolina facility. The role assembles custom-ordered switchboards and panelboards by selecting and installing components and devices with hand and power tools, using manufacturing information such as drawings, diagrams, blueprints, bills of materials, and instructions. The position works on a team to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals and is expected to contribute to a safe, engaged, and inclusive work culture. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., consisting of four 10-hour shifts. The posting lists an hourly rate of $16.75 and a $1.00-per-hour shift differential, and says the position is eligible for a variable incentive program. Pay is described as a guideline and may depend on skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations. The associate monitors job progress, communicates issues and part shortages, identifies process-improvement opportunities, and performs root-cause analysis when production or quality issues arise. The role includes inspecting materials before and after assembly, identifying nonconforming parts, troubleshooting errors, and cross-training or covering other functions as needed. Employees are expected to work with some independence and make decisions affecting the workgroup while focusing on assigned goals and customer needs. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Relocation benefits are not offered, and consideration is limited to candidates living within 50 miles of the Sumter facility. The work regularly involves standing, walking, sitting, reaching, gripping, and handling materials; it frequently involves stooping and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds and pushing or pulling up to or greater than 35 pounds are specified. The work environment regularly has noise and frequently has dust.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Reside within a 50-mile radius of the Sumter facility; relocation benefits are not offered.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Persuasive skills and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Computer literacy.
Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
Some experience in assembly operations, or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
Ability to read and comprehend front views, one-line diagrams, bills of material, and pick sheets.

Responsibilities

Select and install components and devices to assemble custom switchboards and panelboards, using hand and power tools.
Use front views, bills of materials, drawings, blueprints, order-entry systems, pick sheets, and oral or written instructions to assemble products and identify missing components.
Follow established procedures to accurately install materials.
Maintain expected progress on assigned jobs and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and conduct root-cause analysis in response to quality or production issues.
Inspect materials before and after assembly, identify nonconforming parts, and troubleshoot errors.
Comply with policies and safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and equipment operation, and perform 5S duties.
Work and communicate with team members to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
Cross-train and stand in for other employees or job functions when necessary.
Work with some independence, make decisions affecting the workgroup, and focus on assigned goals and internal and external customer needs.