Training Associate

Eaton Corporation; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation’s ES AMER ARS division seeks a Training Associate for the Panelboard area in Sumter, SC. This role schedules and delivers department training, creates content using PowerPoint, video, and photography, and maintains training records within Eaton University LMS.

You will partner with department leaders to keep content up to date, act as SME for Panelboard training, and drive 5S+ initiatives toward a Zero Incident Culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility or environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in delivering and developing training using adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and provide unbiased feedback to learners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Relocation benefit is not offered; only candidates residing within a 50‑mile radius of Sumter are considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination, delivery, and maintenance of department‑specific training for all full‑time and contingent workers within the Panelboard department, including OJT checklists, skills assessments, annual training plans, and Eaton University LMS requirements.
• Develop department‑specific training content utilizing various media, including PowerPoint presentations, video, and photography.
• Partner with department leaders to update training content, maintain training records, and ensure compliance with internal systems and programs.
• Serve as the department subject‑matter expert (SME) for training in the Panelboard area.
• Manage and document learning using the Eaton corporate learning management system, Eaton University.
• Manage department training updates and communications via monthly reports, training matrices, meetings, and monitors.
• Support special projects, internal and external benchmarking, and facilitate department training sessions as assigned.
• Drive continuous improvement and support 5S+ initiatives in support of a Zero Incident Culture.

Skills

Training delivery

Adult learning principles

Effective communication

Feedback provision

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Captivate

Articulate

Camtasia

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Training Associate in the Panelboard (PNBD) area. This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility and is open to candidates residing within a 50‑mile radius of the facility.

Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

The hourly rate is $26.00 per hour, with eligibility for a variable incentive program.

What you’ll do:

• Lead coordination, delivery, and maintenance of department‑specific training for all full‑time and contingent workers within the Panelboard department, including OJT checklists, skills assessments, annual training plans, and Eaton University LMS requirements.
• Develop department‑specific training content utilizing various media, including PowerPoint presentations, video, and photography.
• Partner with department leaders to update training content, maintain training records, and ensure compliance with internal systems and programs.
• Serve as the department subject‑matter expert (SME) for training in the Panelboard area.
• Manage and document learning using the Eaton corporate learning management system, Eaton University.
• Manage department training updates and communications via monthly reports, training matrices, meetings, and monitors.
• Support special projects, internal and external benchmarking, and facilitate department training sessions as assigned.
• Drive continuous improvement and support 5S+ initiatives in support of a Zero Incident Culture.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility or environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in delivering and developing training using adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and provide unbiased feedback to learners.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Relocation benefit is not offered; only candidates residing within a 50‑mile radius of Sumter are considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience at an Eaton manufacturing facility.
• Demonstrated proficiency with e‑learning software (Adobe Captivate, Articulate, Camtasia, etc.).
• Train‑the‑trainer qualification.
• Experience developing training material using the ADDIE model or similar methodology.
• Ability to communicate effectively to trainees in both on‑floor and classroom environments.
• At least 1 year of experience developing video and photo content.

Position Criteria

• Ability to work independently while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate with supervisors and team leads to determine training effectiveness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and meet set targets.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and MQ1.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and influence cross‑functional teams without authority.
• Self‑motivated, with strong written and verbal skills and organizational abilities.
• Effective meeting facilitation skills and ability to present to large audiences.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Ability to manage conflict while maintaining a professional posture.

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee frequently lifts or carries up to 35 pounds and may push or pull greater than 35 pounds. Visual and auditory requirements include distance and near vision with depth perception and color discrimination, as well as the ability to listen and talk.

Work Environment

The employee may be exposed to occasional noise and dust.

Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons and not on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of that history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

Eaton provides Health, Welfare, and Retirement benefits, and offers paid and unpaid time off programs. For more detail, please review the Eaton Benefits Overview.