Trim Pack Associate

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Trim Pack Associate. The hours for this position are Friday-Sunday 5am-5pm

The hourly rate for this position is 16.00/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:

In the Production Associate, Trim Line role you will serve as an essential element of the Fabrication team by providing functional expertise and support in all areas of the Trim including but not limited to allocation of materials, assembly, inspection, testing, and shipping in an assembly line process. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality and productivity goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Apply labels, stickers, locks, quarter turns, remove trims from paint line conveyer, assemble and install locks, and pack/band product in an assembly line process.

• Maintain expected progress of jobs in area of assignment and communicate concerns appropriately.

• Assemble the molding and locks to finished trim components.

• 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 verification checks as instructed.

• Receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner.

• Perform assigned function from oral / written instructions, drawings, travel documents, DMM system, manufacturing information, and hand drawn layout request. Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function.

• Comply with all safety 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. Keep assigned work-area clean, organized, and orderly per 5S standards.

• Work from manufacturing information such as Kanban cards, Work Instructions/ Method Sheets, requisitions and oral or written instructions. Use of tape measures required.

• Work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignment. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one’s function.

• Perform Lean Initiatives. (5-S, TPM, Continuous Flow, Standard Work)

• Perform routine preventative maintenance when required to ensure peak performance of all manufacturing equipment.

• Perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.

• Exhibit strong analytical and problem solving skills so as to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.

Qualifications:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 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:

• Experience with processes and procedures related to steel and copper fabrication, purchasing, receiving, shipping, and inventory control.

• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing and paintline experience.

• Forklift experience, or willingness to learn.

• Some experience in assembly operation of trims, or assembly requiring drawings or diagrams is preferred.

• Experience with measuring devices (i.e. tape measure and calipers)

Skills:

POSITION CRITERIA:

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 must be able to lift 35 lbs. with reasonable accommodation. 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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