Job Description
Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Powder Coat Painter, Weekend Shift.
The rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. The hours are Friday through Sunday from 5:00 am to 5:00 pm. This role includes a weekend shift premium, providing 40 hours of pay for a 36‑hour schedule.
This position is also eligible for a variable incentive plan.
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:
- Prepare parts, assemblies, and sub‑assemblies for painting by cleaning, handling, and staging materials to meet production and customer demand.
- Load and unload the paint line, including hand‑lifting light loads and operating material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts) to transport heavier materials.
- Operate paint line equipment and adjust powder flow to achieve required paint finishes and specifications.
- Inspect painted parts after the cool‑down oven to verify film thickness, appearance, and compliance with Eaton quality standards.
- Accurately enter production data and follow established work instructions to complete assignments and special projects on schedule.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance and assist with waste disposal to ensure safe, efficient equipment operation.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 5S standards and comply with all safety, environmental, and PPE requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve production issues, support continuous improvement, and contribute to Lean and quality initiatives.
This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.
Qualifications:
Basic:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
- 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred:
- Prior experience with painting in a fabrication environment.
- Forklift experience or willingness to learn.
- Computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Eaton systems including DMM and AS400
Position Criteria:
- Willingness to work flexible schedules, including overtime, to support business needs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to analyze problems and influence outcomes.
- Ability to use a variety of hand tools to assemble components and verify product quality in a Lean manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented setting.
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
- Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle or feel objects and materials.
- Frequently required to stoop and perform tasks involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to or exceeding 50 pounds.
- Vision requirements include near and far vision, depth perception, and color distinction.
Work Environment:
- Regular exposure to noise while performing job duties.
- Frequent exposure to dust in the work area.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
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