Shift Leader Production - PCBA

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Eaton is a power management company that provides energy‑efficient solutions to help customers manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. With approximately 96,000 employees and a presence in more than 175 countries, Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through power management technology and services.

As a Shift Leader Production – PCBA, you oversee production activities during assigned shifts, ensuring that output, quality, and safety targets are achieved while supporting and guiding team members. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in PCBA manufacturing, and hands‑on experience with SMT and back‑end equipment, including pick and place machines, solder paste inspection (SPI), screen printers, automated optical inspection (AOI), manual assembly, wave soldering, and functional testing processes.

• Lead and coordinate all SMT & THT PCBA production activities from start until packaging and delivery to outbound docks during the shift to meet schedule.
• Monitor SMT line performance (cycle time, changeover, downtime, scrap) and take immediate corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Ensure proper and safe operation of SMT & THT equipment: laser marking, solder paste printer, SPI, pick & place, reflow, AOI, and support tools.
• Provide on‑shift technical guidance to operators and area shift leader, resolve production and quality issues quickly, escalating to Engineering/Maintenance when required.
• Secure accuracy of real time production KPI’s such as Quality, OEE targets, Flexproductivity, OTD, CONC, etc.
• Promote and develop operators’ polyvalence or multi‑functionality across the various production processes.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain stable line operation.
• Enforce strict compliance with Work Instructions, quality checkpoints, ECO/MCO updates, and maintenance checklists.
• Conduct shift meetings to communicate goals, risks, issues, safety reminders, and quality alerts.
• Mentor and develop Area Shift Leaders and high‑potential team members to build leadership capability and support succession planning.
• Regular review with SCM team for SIOP, and production forecast.
• Support MES deployment in production.
• Support internal/customer audits and maintain SMT readiness for certification requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Logistics to secure smooth production flow and resolve on‑shift roadblocks.
• Enforce ESD controls, safety rules, IPC workmanship standards, and EATON MESH requirements.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, Kaizen) to enhance productivity and quality.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or Mechatronics engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in PCBA manufacturing, including supervisory or leadership roles.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role, ideally in a shift‑based production environment.

• Hands‑on experience with pick and place, SPI, solder screen printer, and AOI is preferred.
• Strong understanding of SMT and THT assembly processes, including reflow, wave, and selective soldering, as well as manual assembly.
• Familiar with inspection and testing methods such as AOI, ICT, and functional testing.
• Knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 standards and ESD control practices.
• Proven leadership and team coordination skills, with the ability to motivate and guide production teams effectively.
• Excellent organizational abilities and keen attention to detail to ensure smooth shift operations.
• Dedicated to maintaining high standards in quality, safety, and continuous process improvement.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Challenging projects in a dynamic collaborative team.
• Eaton encourages internal promotion whenever possible.
• Invest in employees for the long term through learning and development opportunities via Eaton University.
• Reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are core to Eaton’s dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment.
• Health and safety first with wellness programs and tools to empower employees.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected or required by law.