Plant Operations Leadership Academy

Eaton Corporation; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yellow belt certification

Green belt certification

Job summary

Eaton Corporation’s Early Career Leadership Development Program – Plant Operations Management in the United States offers a three-year, two-rotation path culminating in a managerial role for the next generation of production leaders. Participants gain hands-on plant experience, Crane belts certifications, and a structured leadership curriculum.

With bachelor’s or master’s degrees in engineering, participants relocate to endorsed Eaton sites within the US and engage in cross-functional projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering with a graduation date before August 2027.
• Minimum GPA 2.8.
• Willing to relocate within the United States.
• Internship/co-op experience or equivalent of 3 months manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant-level projects focused on process optimization and reducing lead times.
• Apply data-driven analysis to improve quality and drive cost savings.
• Support hourly manufacturing teams on the shop floor and develop frontline leadership skills.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives including new product introduction and continuous improvement.

Skills

Data-driven decisions

Teamwork

Manufacturing systems

Lean manufacturing

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelor)

Engineering degree (Master)

Job description

Eaton Corporation’s Early Career Leadership Development Program – Plant Operations Management in the United States offers a three-year, two-rotation path culminating in a managerial role for the next generation of production leaders. Participants gain hands-on plant experience, Crane belts certifications, and a structured leadership curriculum.

With bachelor’s or master’s degrees in engineering, participants relocate to endorsed Eaton sites within the US and engage in cross-functional projects