Assembly Technician I (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Assembly Technician I for 1st shift at our Greenwood, SC facility. The role focuses on assembling low voltage assemblies, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity while coordinating with team members and supporting Lean Line operations.

Starting hourly rate is $18.11; candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 months of manufacturing/tool experience. The position emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and adherence to procedures in a dynamic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 months of manufacturing experience in an industrial environment.
• 3 months of experience using hand and air tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust or repair assemblies using fixtures, gauges and tools.
• Handle layout, drilling, cutting, riveting, caulking, and painting materials as needed.
• Identify and label completed assemblies.
• Deliver materials to the line to start assembly and prepare products for shipment or storage.
• Follow safety policies and standard operating procedures; read drawings and paperwork.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Flexibility

5S

Independent work

Stamina

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 I (1st Shift).

The hours for this role are 7:30a-3:30p.

The hourly rate for this position is $18.11/Hourly per hour.

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:

Eaton’s Commercial Products & Assemblies division is currently seeking an Assembly Technician I to join our team on 1st shift. This position is based at our Greenwood, SC location. Hourly Rate: Starting at $18.11

Position Overview:

The Assembler I will be responsible for achieving daily production goals with focus on safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. This role will be responsible for assembling Low Voltage Assemblies. They will execute all required tasks including, but not limited to allocation of materials, preparation of raw material, assembly, electrical testing and preparation of finished product for shipment. They will work with a team and flex in all areas of the assembly operation as needed including Lean Line operations such as can prep, tape, bridge joint build, print paperwork and labels, brush testing, final test, and assembly. Flex Line and PowerWave2 assembly operations.

In this function you will:

• Use various fixtures, gauges, and assembly tools to assemble, adjust or repair assemblies.
• Use of layout, drill, saw, punch, rivet, caulk and paint material as required.
• Apply identification labeling on completed assemblies as required.
• Retrieve and deliver materials to the assembly line as needed to initiate the assembly process.
• Prepare assemblies for shipment or storage, as appropriate during the final assembly process.
• Comply with all safety policies/procedures and WSRA’s.
• Follow standard operating procedures and method sheets.
• Read and comprehend electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Comply with written or oral instruction from supervisor.
• Responsible for visual inspections of material before and after assembling.
• Perform quality checks to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Flex to other areas as needed or perform tasks in other positions as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 3 months of manufacturing experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• 3 months of experience using hand and air tools

Skills:

• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with team members.
• Being flexible and open to changes in processes or tasks.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workplace. (5S+)
• Able to work independently with minimum direction.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and push or pull up to 100 lbs.

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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.