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Continuous Improvement Engineering Technician

AT Eaton
Eaton

Continuous Improvement Engineering Technician

Sumter, SC

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineering Technician. The position will be based at our Sumter, SC facility.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $43499.97 - $63799.96 a year. 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:

The primary role of the Continuous Improvement Engineering Tech is to support the Continuous Improvement team through driving continuous improvement throughout the assembly operations, primarily our Switchboard product line. This role will assist with the deployment of various CI tools, which will be used to improve productivity, quality, and safety.

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In this function you will:
• Lead projects focused on productivity improvements within assembly (primarily around wiring processes)
• Work with manufacturing engineering team to design fixtures, tools, etc. for new processes
• Create & deploy method sheets for new processes
• Train employees, team leads, and supervisors, on new processes
• Deploy key CI tools (such as 5S, standard work, etc.)
• Support the CI team through participation on Rapid Improvement Events for the facility
• Support other areas of Operational Excellence (EHS, quality, etc.) as needed

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing or technician experience
• Must be able to work in the U.S on a continuous basis without company sponsorship
• No relocation benefit is being 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Continuous Improvement tool use
• Experience with wiring assemblies
• Quality experience

Skills:

Position Criteria:
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, PowerBI, etc.)
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support customer and manufacturing requirements

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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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. 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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Sumter, SC, USA
Job ID: Eaton-36719Sumter
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)