Assembly Tech II (Wire Boards) - 1st Shift

Eaton; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Assembly Tech II (Wire Boards) for 1st shift in Greenwood, SC. The role involves assembling, wiring, and modifying medium/high voltage assemblies per guidelines, with emphasis on quality and safety. Expect collaboration with engineering and production teams and opportunities for training others.

The position offers a $20.00 hourly rate with eligibility for a variable incentive program, and requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience in an industrial environment.
• No relocation benefit offered; within 50-mile radius; immigration sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and modify units based on guidelines per drawings and instructions.
• Mount and install electrical equipment and perform wire operations.
• Fill ISO, quality, customer, and production checklists as required.
• Inspect assemblies for loose hardware and cleanliness.
• Respond to change notices and support development needs.
• Assist engineering, drafting, and supervision with development work.
• Train and coach colleagues to transfer knowledge and skills.

Skills

Hand tools

Air tools

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

SCMC certification preferred

Tools

ENOVIA

Outlook/Teams

Job description

Career Opportunities: Assembly Tech II (Wire Boards) - 1st Shift (75222)

Requisition ID75222-Posted10/08/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking an Assembly Tech II (Wire Boards) - 1st Shift. The hourly rate for this position is$20.00 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

CORE HOURS: Monday - Thursday (5 AM to 3PM)

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

In the Assembly Technician role, you assemble, wire, and modify work based on specified guidelines in the manufacture of medium and high voltage, indoor and outdoor assemblies, breaker and auxiliary compartments, breakers, customer service orders, power modules, and any sub-assemblies associated with these.

• Work to manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, written or oral instruction from supervisor or team lead to established procedures.


• Fill out ISO checklists, quality checklists, customer checklists, feedback forms, and production lists for supervision, drafting, customer service, and engineering as required.


• Mount and install electrical equipment and perform wire operations as needed.


• Regularly lift and assemble with heavy copper parts.


• Report shortages to appropriate operators of Kanban inventory.


• Inspect all assemblies for loose or missing hardware and cleanliness.


• Respond to change notices, customer requested adjustments, and development needs.


• Assist engineering, drafting, and supervision with customer-initiated development work.


• Able to effectively train and coach colleagues to ensure knowledge transfer and skill development.

Position Criteria:

• Proficiency and knowledge of hand and air tools.


• Basic Computer Skills


• 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.


• Utilize various hand and power tools, step ladder and crane to assemble and verify quality in a Lean environment.


• Must be able to use standard computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook/Teams and job specific programs such as ENOVIA.

Qualifications:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.


• Must have a minimum of one (1) year manufacturing experience in an industrial manufacturing environment


• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of work location will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.


• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Additional Information:

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 walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 50 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 50 pounds. 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 listen and to talk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

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