Shipping Technician

Eaton Corporation; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Greenwood, SC is seeking a Shipping Technician to assemble, wire, and modify components for high voltage and related assemblies. The role involves following engineering drawings, completing quality checklists, and ensuring safe, accurate wiring and mounting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, hands-on tool experience, and at least 1 year in manufacturing. Local candidates within 50 miles are preferred; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient with hand and air tools.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience in industrial environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• No immigration sponsorship or relocation benefits offered; candidates within 50 miles of Greenwood, SC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, and modify components per guidelines for medium/high voltage assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Follow manufacturing information, drawings, and supervisor instructions per procedures.
• Fill ISO, quality, customer, and production checklists for supervision, drafting, and engineering.
• Mount and install electrical equipment and perform wire operations.
• Regularly lift and handle heavy copper parts and inspect assemblies for issues.
• Respond to change notices and customer-driven development needs; support training and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Hand and air tools

Manufacturing experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

SC Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Shipping Technician.

The rate is $20.00 per hour. This position is eligible for a variable pay incentive program.

CORE HOURS :Monday through Thursday from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm and Friday from 7:00 am - 11:00 am

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:

In the Assembly Technician role, you assemble, wire, and modify work based on specified guidelines in the manufacture of medium and high voltage, indoor and outdoor assemblies, breaker and auxiliary compartments, breakers, customer service orders, power modules, and any sub-assemblies associated with these.

• Work to manufacturing information, electrical and mechanical drawings, sketches, written or oral instruction from supervisor or team lead to established procedures.
• Fill out ISO checklists, quality checklists, customer checklists, feedback forms, and production lists for supervision, drafting, customer service, and engineering as required.
• Mount and install electrical equipment and perform wire operations as needed.
• Regularly lift and assemble with heavy copper parts.
• Report shortages to appropriate operators of Kanban inventory.
• Inspect all assemblies for loose or missing hardware and cleanliness.
• Respond to change notices, customer requested adjustments, and development needs.
• Assist engineering, drafting, and supervision with customer-initiated development work.
• Able to effectively train and coach colleagues to ensure knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Skilled in use and knowledge of using hand and air tools.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Basic Computer Skills
• Eaton does not provide 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 being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Additional Information

Position Criteria

• Willing to work flexible and overtime hours in support of business needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive abilities, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups within a team‑oriented environment.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle or feel objects and materials.
• Frequently required to stoop and perform tasks involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to or exceeding 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include near and far vision, depth perception, and color distinction.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to noise and frequent exposure to dust.

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