Assembly Associate Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Panelboard Sr associate - Complete Assembly (B Shift). The hours for this position are Monday - Thursday, 3pm - 1am
The hourly rate for this position is $19.25/hr 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:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
Eaton is currently seeking a Senior Production Associate - Complete Assembly in Panelboard Assembly to join our team. This position is based at our Sumter, SC facility.
In the Complete Assembly role, you will provide manufacturing expertise and support in all areas of the Panelboard Segment Team including, but not limited to, allocation of materials, assembly, inspection, and shipping with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton's quality standards.
Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.
In this function you will:
• You will exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position. Ensure that all products and parts adequately meet Eaton's quality guidelines as they move throughout the production process. Perform quality checks as instructed.
• You will receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers so as to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner. Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function and perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.
• You will comply with all safety and industrial hygiene requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment in a safe and competent manner. Understand and meet all departmental safety objectives and goals.
• You will keep assigned work-area clean and organized per 5S standards.
• Work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignments. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one's function.
• You will exhibit strong analytical and problem solving skills so as to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.
• You will perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.
• You will correctly select and install various components/devices in accordance to drawings, diagrams, blueprints, travel documents, manufacturing information, Kanban cards, based on written instructions.
• You will communicate and coordinate between steel shop, materials, trim fabrication, and Panelboard assembly to ensure timely completion of orders.
• You will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of Panelboard components and processes as they pertain to complete assembly.
When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or operations experience.
• Minimum 1 year of assembly experience.
• 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:
• Computer literate.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
• Some experience in Panelboard assembly operation, or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
• Ability to read and comprehend front views, one line diagrams, bills of material.
Position Criteria:
• Must have crane operator certification or be willing to become crane operator certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job 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 walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. 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 listen and to talk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.
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