Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift. This role will take place at our new facility in Greenwood, SC. The hours for 3rd shift are Sunday - Thursday, 11:30pm - 7:30am. We are able to offer relocation assistance for qualified candidates within the United States. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading frontline manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high quality production. This role oversees daily execution of production plans, manages and develops team members, enforces operational standards, and partners cross‑functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. The supervisor monitors key performance metrics, allocates resources effectively, and maintains strong process discipline to achieve targets in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and inventory accuracy. Through active leadership on the shop floor, the Production Supervisor ensures a high‑performing, engaged workforce and supports the overall success of plant operations. As we transition from Hodges to our expanded Greenwood site, you’ll join a rapidly growing Busway operation positioned for long‑term success. We’re targeting ~$1B in annual sales by 2030 through increased capacity, stronger supply‑chain resiliency, and continued volume growth. This move is a chance to help shape the next phase of our manufacturing footprint and contribute to the operational gains driving our growth. Simply put: it’s a great time to be at Eaton - and an even better time to be in Busway. The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000 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 Safety & Compliance Ensure all employees follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and compliance standards. Maintain a clean, organized, and 5S compliant work area. Identify, correct, and escalate safety risks immediately. Daily Production Execution Set clear daily priorities and communicate production expectations to the team. Manage daily line/machine assignments and ensure proper staffing based on work requirements. Monitor production flow continuously and ensure real‑time accuracy of production data. Ensure hour‑by‑hour boards, interrupter tracking, and escalation routines are completed. Run an effective Tier 2 meeting using data to identify issues and drive resolution. Quality & Process Control Monitor product quality and enforce adherence to standard work and quality procedures. Quickly address production or quality interrupters, performing RCCA on recurring trends. Ensure compliance with documentation, inspection standards, and process controls. Team Leadership & Development Provide clear direction, coaching, and daily feedback to team members. Manage attendance, vacation planning, and labor allocation. Build team capability through structured cross training and skill assessments. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional conduct. Demonstrate managerial courage by addressing policy/process violations promptly. Performance & Continuous Improvement Track and react to performance metrics aligned to SIOP and High 5 KPIs. Use Gemba walks, tiered management, and data to drive productivity improvements. Lead and support CI initiatives aimed at reducing waste and improving throughput. Optimize scheduling, sequencing, and labor deployment based on product mix. Support OPEX practices and use operational tools to improve processes. Cross Functional Collaboration Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Planning, and other teams to remove barriers. Communicate risks, resource needs, and escalations promptly to leadership. Support order scheduling and ensure clarity of job packets and work instructions. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. At least 2 years of experience supporting manufacturing, operations or technical processes. Eaton will not consider applicants for 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. Preferred Qualifications At least 1 year of experience as a supervisor or manager of people. Skills Leadership & Accountability – Demonstrates strong leadership presence, sets clear expectations, and consistently holds the team accountable while modeling transparency and integrity. Safety Mindset – Champions a safety first culture by enforcing safety standards, identifying risks, and ensuring safe behaviors across all operations. Decision Making & Problem Solving – Makes quick, data‑driven decisions and resolves issues effectively in a fast‑paced production environment. Coaching & Capability Building – Develops team members through coaching, feedback, and structured cross training to strengthen organizational capability. Operational Excellence – Drives performance through standard work, continuous improvement, and a solid understanding of production flow, efficiency levers, and key operational metrics. Additional Information 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 stoop, lift, carry, push, pull, and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 40 pounds and to push/pull up to or greater than 40 pounds with or without 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 communicate. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust. All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. 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