SWBD - BUS Assembler

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

5d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is hiring a Switchboard Bus Assembler for its Sumter, South Carolina facility. The role assembles and installs metal bus bars and other internal switchboard components using manufacturing information, diagrams, blueprints, and instructions. The assembler works with a team to meet safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity goals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The posting lists an hourly rate of $16.50–$20.63 and also states that compensation starts at $16.25 per hour, depending on knowledge, experience, education, or specialized training. Salary is a general guideline and may depend on candidate qualifications and market and business considerations. No relocation benefit is offered; candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Sumter facility. The position involves regular standing, walking, sitting, reaching, gripping, handling materials, and communicating. Employees are frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, and pull. The work environment regularly has noise and frequently has dust exposure.

Requirements

Experience in complex assembly operations or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
Experience using measuring devices such as tape measures and calipers.
Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams or drawings, or operating instructions.
High school diploma or GED 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; candidates outside the immediate area will not be considered.
Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive, and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in a team environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime to support business needs.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience using hand tools to assemble and verify quality in switchboards or panelboards in a Lean environment.
Ability to read and understand front views, one-line diagrams, bills of material, tape measures, and pick sheets.

Responsibilities

Use manufacturing information—including front views, bills of materials, drawings, blueprints, order entry systems, and oral or written instructions—to assemble metal bus bars and other switchboard components, identifying missing components proactively.
Use hand tools and measuring devices such as a tape measure to accurately measure and install materials according to established procedures.
Maintain expected job progress and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and perform root cause analysis in response to quality or production issues.
Inspect materials visually before and after assembly, identify nonconforming parts, and troubleshoot errors.
Follow safety policies, use personal protective equipment and equipment properly, and perform 5S duties.
Work with team members to meet safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity goals.
Cross-train and cover other employees or job functions when needed.