Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Quality Inspector - 1st Shift at 415 Puckett Ferry Road in Greenwood, SC.

The core hours are 7 am - 3:30 pm, M-F.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.94 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.

As a Quality Inspector, you will carry out a wide range of detailed inspection activities required by customers to ensure products meet or exceed specifications. This includes selecting the appropriate inspection tools, methods, and procedures based on product type and customer expectations.

• Perform thorough inspections of materials, components, and finished goods to ensure they meet all quality and safety standards.
• Use various measurement tools and testing equipment to verify product compliance with specifications.
• Accurately record inspection data, maintain test and measurement documentation, and report any non‑conformance issues.
• Identify, document, and communicate defects, deviations, or areas for improvement in products or processes.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, industry, customer, and internal standards (e.g., ISO).
• Partner with production teams to provide quality feedback and recommend corrective actions.
• Suggest improvements based on inspection findings and data analysis.
• Conduct routine audits of production processes and quality systems to confirm ongoing compliance.
• Provide guidance or training to team members on quality standards and inspection practices.
• Perform follow-up inspections to confirm corrective actions have been completed effectively.

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Previous quality experience.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment, immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

• 3 months+ of manufacturing experience.
• 3 months+ of experience using hand and air tools.
• 1 year+ of experience with MS Windows applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs and lift up to 40 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate through relationship‑building and process knowledge.

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