Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineering Technician. This role will support our facility in Sumter, SC.
The primary role of the Lead Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Technician is to support Manufacturing Engineering by helping to drive continuous improvement in the fabrication and assembly operations. This position is to assist in the conceptualization and execution of capital projects and development of manufacturing methods and processes. The Lead ME Tech will support operations, maintenance and management of the facility, paint lines and capital assets (equipment, machinery, building, etc.) as assigned.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $53253.0 - $78104.4 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
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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:
- Assist with installation and relocation of new and existing machinery, tooling, racking, workstations and other equipment.
- Assist in the investigation, troubleshooting and resolution of technical and process problems.
- Take necessary measures to improve the quality of product and information in the respective area of responsibility.
- Assist in the determination of manufacturing methods, machinery or capacity to produce parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies for new products or customer orders consistent with overall plant objectives.
- Confer with engineering and production personnel on design changes and new product development programs.
- Evaluate, implement and troubleshoot the operation of new and existing machinery, tooling, and other equipment.
- Provide support to Eaton Lean Systems, Eaton Quality Systems, MESH and Pro Launch to achieve and maintain required levels of certification and performance.
- Support plant process changes via the Change Management Process.
- Write, review and revise work instructions and method sheets.
- Generate, investigate, evaluate and implement cost improvement ideas and opportunities.
- Gather data, information, time studies, and general process knowledge to help determine best utilization of equipment and facilities, safe work practices, ergonomic improvements, efficient material flow, work cell layouts and personnel requirements.
- Safety responsibilities include safety and housekeeping objectives and audits. Follow all safety rules and procedures and report unsafe conditions to line management. Monitor and ensure contractors comply with all safety procedures, documentation and requirements, including PPE, permits and Eaton Life Saving Rules.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
- An Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Metal Fabrication, Assembly, or Maintenance.
- Minimum 3 years of experience with hand tools and power tools in an industrial environment.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
- No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter, SC facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience using AutoCAD.
- 1 year of LEAN training experience.
- 3 years of welding experience.
- At least 1 year of technical experience trouble shooting and working with controls, robotics, and/or automations.
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial powered vehicles, including fork trucks and/or scissor lifts.
- 3 years prior experience in manufacturing engineering capacity.
Skills:
- Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required
- Demonstrated proficiency with basic manufacturing tools such as Lean, Six-Sigma, problem solving/decision making.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support customer and manufacturing requirements
- Familiarity with Fabrication Machinery (ex. Prima Power Punch, EHRT Bus Punching, Trumpf Fiber Laser, Franklin Bus Punching, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without authority
- General Ergonomic and EHS knowledge
- Familiarity with Eaton and OSHA permitting 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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