Switchboard (Mission Critical) Production Associate

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Switchboard (Mission Critical) Production Associate. The Switchboard Production Associate will physically support special customer projects at the remote Sumter Mission Critical Solution Center (SMCSC) located around the corner from the main Eaton Sumter plant. The hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. The rate for this position is $15.90 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.What you’ll do:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:In the Production Associate role, you will correctly select and install, following drawings/ diagrams/ blueprints, various components/devices with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards. You will utilize drawings/diagrams/blueprints to manufacture custom-ordered switchboards. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention, and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach oursESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : 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. Exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position. Ensure quality criteria are met by reviewing documents, conscientious assembly, and proper employment of the switchboard quality verification checklist. Work from manufacturing information such as front views, bill of materials, drawings, blueprints, order entry systems, and oral or written instructions to assemble switchboards/panelboards and proactively identify missing components. Select, install, and label according to drawings/diagrams/blueprints, and various components/devices. Utilize various hand tools to accurately install material by closely following established procedures for completing assigned functions. Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages. Be responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before and after assembly, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors. Perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.Qualifications:BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED equivalent 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.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Manufacturing or operations experience. Experience with measuring devices (i.e. tape measure and calipers). Some experience in assembly operation, or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.Skills:POSITION CRITERIA : Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within a team environment. Utilize various hand tools to assemble, cable, and verify quality in Low Voltage switchboard enclosures/assemblies in a Lean environment. Ability to read and comprehend front views, one-line diagrams, bills of material, tape measure, and pick sheets.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, pull, and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds and to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds with or without accommodation. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to communicate.WORK ENVIRONMENT:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. 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. Click here (https://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/careers/US%20Benefits%20updated%2010.24.22.pdf) for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.