Lean Manufacturing Technician — 1st Shift

Nutanix; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a MFG Engineering Technician - 1st Shift in the United States. The role supports Manufacturing Engineering through lean methods, ECIS initiatives and continuous improvement projects across product lines.

You will design and implement lean lines, perform time studies, and lead Kaizen events with cross-functional teams. Requirements include an Associate degree (or completing by May 2026) and at least 1 year in manufacturing; experience with AutoCAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree completed (or completing May 2026).
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Lean Continuous Flow assembly lines to reduce cycle time, improve efficiency, and simplify work content.
• Lead and support Kaizen and Rapid Improvement Events with cross functional teams to drive performance improvements.
• Conduct GEMBA walks, plant audits, and Tier Meeting participation to identify and track continuous improvement opportunities.
• Apply Eaton Lean System tools to support cost reduction, capital project launches, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Perform Lean analyses including time studies, setup reduction, capability studies, waste walks, and 5S audits.

Skills

Problem solving

AutoCAD

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Eaton is seeking a MFG Engineering Technician - 1st Shift in the United States. The role supports Manufacturing Engineering through lean methods, ECIS initiatives and continuous improvement projects across product lines.

You will design and implement lean lines, perform time studies, and lead Kaizen events with cross-functional teams. Requirements include an Associate degree (or completing by May 2026) and at least 1 year in manufacturing; experience with AutoCAD is preferred.