Operations Manager- Switchboard Assembly

Job Description

Eaton’s Electrical Sector is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join our team. This position is based at our Sumter, SC facility. Relocation assistance will be provided.

Position Overview:

The primary function of the Operations Manager for the Switchboards Assembly function is to develop strategic direction and lead key manufacturing processes to ensure production objectives are met according to safety, quality and customer requirements. The Operations Manager supports the operation’s strategic plan by providing specific product designs into finished products that meet customer order requirements, product quality standards, and product delivery commitments. The Operations Manager also serves as the strategic liaison between the Plant Manager and production supervisors while leading others in achieving organizational goals.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Ensure production objectives are met within approved budget, schedules, and quality specifications.
• Develop improvements in production methods, standards, and procedures to ensure effective use of resources.
• Deploy MESH initiatives to support a Zero Incident Culture
• Implement Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF) tools.
• Develop and maintain a trained, quality-centered manufacturing workforce.
• Facilitate regular production meetings to review order progress and to resolve outstanding order issues to meet on-time shipment commitments.
• Review and evaluate performance, quality, and cost improvement objectives
• Implement changes and productivity improvements while sustaining positive employee relations and performance.
• Foster a culture that promotes the Eaton Quality System and Eaton Leadership Model
• Drive value stream approach throughout the switchboard operations

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Five (5) years of experience managing leaders of people
• Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates residing outside of a 50-mile radius of Sumter, SC.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• 3 years of experience supporting engineered-to-order products
• Lean Six Sigma certified
• Leadership experience in a high accountability culture and metrics driven environment

Position Criteria:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Eaton systems and tools, including: VISTA, Bid Manager, AS-400, SWIFT and DMM
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication, organizational and computer skills
• Effective interpersonal skills to resolve conflict, develop employees and facilitate corrective action while fostering an environment that supports Eaton values & philosophy.

Why work at Eaton? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites).
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs.
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance.
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development.
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs.
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Manufacturing & Operations

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ES CRDS COMM Commercial

Job Level: Manager
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within United States and / or Puerto Rico
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time