SWBD - BUS Assembler

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a SWBD - BUS Assembler. The role schedule is Monday‑Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm. The hourly rate for this position is $17.25 per hour. Please note the salary information above is a general guideline only; salaries are based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

• Work from manufacturing information such as front views, bill of materials, drawings, blueprints, order entry systems, and oral or written instructions in order to assemble metal bus bars and other components of a switchboard and proactively identify missing components.
• Utilize various hand tools and a tape measure to accurately measure and install material by closely following established procedures for completing the assigned function.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs in the area of assignment and communicate problem areas or part shortages. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
• Be responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before and after assembly, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Cross‑train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in complex assembly operations or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams.
• Experience with measuring devices (i.e., tape measure and calipers).
• Experience reading blueprints, manufacturing diagrams or drawings, or operating instructions.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 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:

• Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Utilize various hand tools to assemble and verify quality in switchboards/panel boards in a Lean environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend front views, one‑line diagrams, bills of material, tape measure, and pick sheets.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.