Team Lead Seismic (2nd Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division in Reno, NV seeks a Team Lead Seismic for the 2nd shift. The role oversees daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating a high-volume assembly team.

You will train and coach team members, drive continuous improvement, and ensure on-time delivery by optimizing resources. The position is hourly with a $0.50 shift differential and requires hands-on leadership on site.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or technical equivalent from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or assembly experience
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience with direct responsibility for team performance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Experience using manufacturing tools, fixtures, gauges, and measurement equipment
• Forklift experience, including material staging, delivery, and inventory management
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar manufacturing systems
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of Reno, NV will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for the assembly and packaging of high-volume industrial infrastructure products
• Train, coach, and develop team members while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and workforce resources to meet daily production targets
• Utilize SAP, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment to support production flow, inventory accuracy, and order completion
• Interpret and work from blueprints, work instructions, and technical specifications
• Maintain production equipment, tooling, and work areas in accordance with established standards
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational procedures
• Support cross-functional initiatives that improve plant performance and employee engagement

Skills

Team leadership

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Gauges/Measurement tools

Job description

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a Team Lead Seismic (2nd Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $32.30 + .50 Shift Differential per hour.

CORE HOURS: 2:30PM - 11PM

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 looking for a Team Lead to support the 2nd shift Production Team within its manufacturing facility. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily production activities, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency standards are consistently met.

In this function you will:

• Lead a team responsible for the assembly and packaging of high-volume industrial infrastructure products.
• Train, coach, and develop team members while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and workforce resources to meet daily production targets.
• Utilize SAP, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment to support production flow, inventory accuracy, and order completion.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, work instructions, and technical specifications.
• Maintain production equipment, tooling, and work areas in accordance with established standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Support cross-functional initiatives that improve plant performance and employee engagement.

Position Criteria:

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and support site‑wide initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or technical equivalent from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience with direct responsibility for team performance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Experience using manufacturing tools, fixtures, gauges, and measurement equipment.
• Forklift experience, including material staging, delivery, and inventory management.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar manufacturing systems.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of Reno, NV will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Demonstrates ability to promote a positive teamwork culture and champion company core values.
• Demonstrates the ability to accept coaching constructively and interact respectfully with colleagues at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to delegate tasks, plan workflows, and schedule resources effectively.
• Ability to learn and apply manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment operations, safety requirements, and departmental procedures.
• Ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions.
• Able to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOM), work orders, and scales to ensure accurate production and material usage.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a strong focus on quality and safety.
• Flexible and available to work overtime as needed, including daily or weekend shifts based on business demands.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.

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