Team Lead, Assembly 1st Shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Team Lead, Assembly 1st Shift in Hodges, SC.

The rate for this position is $23.77 per hour. The core hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm.

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 Assembly Team Leader oversees personnel and production activities, ensuring efficient operations, adherence to Standard Work, and alignment with quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role manages daily assembly operations, optimizes resources, and coordinates across shifts to maintain consistent and effective production flow.

• Maintain 5S+ standards across all work and storage areas while ensuring compliance with EHS and safety requirements, including proper PPE use.

• Lead and supervise assembly operations, including scheduling, task assignments, and workflow optimization.

• Ensure products are assembled accurately and efficiently in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.

• Train, coach, and develop team members on processes, safety protocols, and performance expectations.

• Monitor and manage inventory accuracy, transactions, and the proper handling of excess or obsolete materials.

• Respond to production challenges (e.g., material shortages, staffing changes, process issues) and implement timely solutions.

• Drive continuous improvement through troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and process enhancements.

• Track and report production metrics while collaborating across teams—and safely handle materials using proper lifting techniques (lift/carry up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs, with or without accommodation, using lift assist or team lift when required).

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

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, or I‑485 job portability.

• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates must reside within a 50 - mile radius of Hodges, SC to be considered.

Preferred qualifications:

• 1 year of leadership experience managing people.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Technical expertise in assembly line operations.

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