SWBD - Production Associate (Chassis)

Eaton; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 46,838,400 - 49,593,600; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is seeking a SWBD - Production Associate (Chassis) for the Sumter, SC facility. The role involves assembling switchboards/panelboards on a 5:00 am – 1:30 pm shift, using hand and power tools, and following drawings/diagrams to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.

You will work with a team on various switchboard areas, contribute to process improvements, and ensure accurate component installation while adhering to lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit is offered; only candidates within 50 miles of Sumter facility will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assemble switchboards/panelboards using hand and power tools.
• Use drawings/diagrams/blueprints to manufacture custom-ordered switchboards.
• Maintain safety, quality and productivity goals in the role.
• Cross-train and stand in for other employees when necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring devices (tape measure, calipers)

Job description

Job Summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a SWBD - Production Associate (Chassis). The hours for this position are 5:00 am - 1:30 pm. The hourly rate for this position is $16.75 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. 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 is currently seeking a Switchboard Assembler on B Shift to join our team. This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility. Openings available in Switchboard Main Floor/FDS, IFS, and Mission Critical. The selected candidate will be placed in one of three areas on our Switchboard Main Floor: Chassis, Set‑Up, or Closeout. 1st Shift is Monday-Friday 5:00 a – 1:30 p. The Assembler in switchboard assembly will be responsible for selecting and installing various components/devices using hand and power tools. You will utilize drawings/diagrams/blueprints to manufacture custom‑ordered switchboards. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.

In This Function You Will

• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Work from manufacturing information such as front views, bill of materials, drawings, blueprints, order entry systems, and oral or written instructions in order to assemble switchboards/panelboards and proactively identify missing components.
• Utilize various hand tools to accurately install material by closely following established procedures for completing assigned function.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
• Be responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before and after assembly, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in complex assembly operations or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
• Experience with measuring devices (i.e. tape measure and calipers).
• Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams or drawings, or operating instructions.

Position Criteria

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem‑solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.
• Utilize various hand tools to assemble and verify quality in switchboards/panelboards in a Lean environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend front views, one‑line diagrams, bills of material, tape measure, and pick sheets.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, lift, carry, push, pull, and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds and to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds with or without accommodation. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to communicate.

Work Environment

The employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

Benefits

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. For detailed benefit information, please refer to Eaton Benefits Overview.