Assembly Technician III - 1st Shift

Eaton; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Assembly Technician III (Kitter) for 1st shift at our Lake Greenwood, SC location. The role focuses on assembling and organizing components to supply the production line, aiming for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. Starting hourly rate is $20.94.

The successful candidate will handle material receiving, sorting, scanning, inventory checks, and collaboration with planners to meet daily production goals. Forklift operation is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Live within 50 miles.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and PTS scan incoming materials to ensure accurate tracking and inventory management.
• Verify material quantities to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Correlate materials with job orders to ensure all components are available for production.
• Assign and PTS scan materials to locations to maintain workflow.
• Collaborate with planners to complete scheduled jobs and fulfill production requirements.
• Enter remakes for missing materials to maintain production continuity.
• Inspect material for completeness and quality.
• Operate a forklift safely to move materials within the facility.
• Train and mentor new employees on kitting processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independent work

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Career Opportunities: Assembly Technician III - 1st Shift (76253)

Requisition ID76253-Posted10/23/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ARSdivision is currently seeking aAssembly Technician III - 1st Shift.

The hours for this role are 730a-330p

The hourly rate for this position is$20.94per 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 III (Kitter) to join our team on 1st shift. This position is based at our Lake Greenwood, SC location. Hourly Rate: Starting at $20.94

Position Overview:

The Assembly Kitter will be responsible for achieving daily production goals with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. This role will be responsible for assembling and organizing components into orders to supply the production line to improve assembly efficiency.

In this function you will:

• Receive, sort, and PTS scan all incoming materials already delivered to a staging location to ensure accurate tracking and inventory management.
• Verify quantities of materials to maintain inventory accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
• Verify and correlate materials with job orders (GO#) to ensure all necessary components are available for production.
• Assign and PTS scan materials to designated locations upon movement to maintain organized and efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with planners to complete all scheduled jobs, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of production requirements.
• Enter remakes for missing bars or housing materials to address shortages and maintain production continuity.
• Inspect material for completeness and quality.
• Comply with all safety policies/procedures and WSRA’s.
• Operate a forklift proficiently to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of materials within the facility.
• Perform other job duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to support overall operations.
• Ensure all forklift operations comply with safety regulations and company policies.
• Train and mentor new employees on the kitting processes and procedures to ensure a well-prepared team.
• Flexibility to assist in other areas of kitting as needed, supporting various functions to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 1-year of manufacturing experience
• Live within 50 miles
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

Position Criteria:

• 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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