Eaton Development Program: Operations Management

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You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. As part of these programs, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work, they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. And now for the best part - you won't be on a solo mission. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

What sets our Early Talent Programs apart:

• Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.

• Role Exploration: In our programs, you'll explore various roles early on. This allows you to build your skills and maximize your potential for future roles.

• Strategic Networking: Collaborate with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience.

• Global Perspectives: Our Development Program spans diverse businesses and locations. Relocating to an endorsed Eaton site is a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

• In our Operations Program: You’ll earn both Yellow and Green Belt certifications, enhancing process improvement expertise and professional credentials.

It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary for this role is $78,000 (bachelor’s degree) with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus or $90,000 (master’s degree) with a one-time $12,000 signing bonus.

What you’ll do:

Position Overview:
The Eaton Development Program - Operations Management is a three-year program that involves four unique assignments. 2 6-month assignments and 2 12-month assignments across Eaton’s many businesses and locations.

Potential AssignmentsInclude:

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Continuous Improvement
• Operational Excellence
• Supply Chain
• Quality Assurance
• Environmental Health and Safety

All participants will have the opportunity to gain hands on manufacturing experience, hold a manager of people position, receive yellow and green belt certifications, and participate in a functional and leadership learning curriculum series.

After completion of the program, your experience and newly acquired skills could lead you in a variety of leadership career paths within manufacturing and operations.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with a graduation date before August 2026
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Minimum of one internship/co-op experience or an equivalent of 3 months of manufacturing experience completed at the time of this application (excluding research)

• 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.

• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Prior manufacturing or operations experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community
• Ability to speak a second language

Position Criteria:

• Interest in pursuing a career as a leader of people in operations
• Transportation to and from the worksite and for incidental business travel is the responsibility of the participant; however, expenses for required and approved business travel (not including the worksite) will be reimbursed
• This role may include travel (up to 25%) within a local region and internationally as determined by the assignment manager

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