Assembly Technician, 3rd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Greenwood, SC is hiring an Assembly Technician for the 3rd shift. The role involves safely assembling complex products, interpreting drawings, and ensuring quality while following EHS policies. The job requires lifting up to 40 lbs (100 lbs push/pull with/without accommodation) and using hand and air tools.

A 3rd shift schedule runs 11:30 pm–7:30 am, Mon–Fri. Salary starts at $20.94 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential and eligibility for a variable incentive plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of industrial manufacturing experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using hand and air tools
• Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex products safely and efficiently while meeting quality standards and customer requirements.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies, including PPE use, WSRA compliance, and reporting safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by sustaining 5S+ standards.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to complete assemblies accurately.
• Inspect materials and finished products, identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and perform required testing (e.g., hi-pot).
• Use tools, equipment, and fixtures to assemble or repair components, including layout, drilling, cutting, and painting tasks.
• Label, organize, and prepare finished goods for shipment or storage.
• Support other operational areas as needed and safely handle materials using proper lifting techniques (up to 40 lbs, 100 lbs push/pull with or without accommodation).

Skills

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Assembly Technician, 3rd Shift to join our team.

The rate is $20.94 per hour plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential.

The core hours are 11:30 pm until 7:30 am, Monday through Friday.

This position is also eligible for a variable incentive plan.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

• Assemble complex products safely and efficiently while meeting quality standards and customer requirements.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies, including PPE use, WSRA compliance, and reporting safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace by sustaining 5S+ standards.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to complete assemblies accurately.
• Inspect materials and finished products, identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and perform required testing (e.g., hi-pot).
• Use tools, equipment, and fixtures to assemble or repair components, including layout, drilling, cutting, and painting tasks.
• Label, organize, and prepare finished goods for shipment or storage.
• Support other operational areas as needed and safely handle materials using proper lifting techniques (up to 40 lbs, 100 lbs push/pull with or without accommodation).

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of industrial manufacturing experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using hand and air tools
• Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, or I‑485 job portability.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment, preferably with low-voltage electrical products or similar equipment.
• Experience performing complex mechanical and electrical assembly beyond basic, repetitive tasks.

Position Criteria/Skills:

• Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to ensuring all components meet established quality standards.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing processes, tasks, and priorities.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

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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 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.