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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 3, 2026. Eaton scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Eaton is a power management company founded in 1911 as a truck axle maker and now incorporated in Dublin with operational headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio. Its largest business by far is electrical, supplying circuit breakers, switchgear, uninterruptible power supplies and distribution equipment, a portfolio that has become unusually valuable as data centre construction and grid electrification accelerate demand for power infrastructure. The group also builds aerospace hydraulic and fuel systems, electric vehicle powertrain components and vehicle drivetrain products, and sells the Brightlayer software suite that monitors and optimises the equipment it manufactures.

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a MC Quality Inspector. Schedule for the role will be Monday-Friday and hours are 6:00am-2:30pm.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 per hour. 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 Switchboard Inspector will verify correct wiring, components, program controllers, and conduct electrical testing of switchboard products and components, as required, per applicable test procedure and/or component literature with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • You will inspect and Hi-Pot switchboard product produced on all lines, according to inspection work instructions and in accordance with applicable governmental requirements, to confirm proper function of switchboards and electrical components, identify any product non-conformances, and ensure it meets customer specification, safety and quality requirements. Document inspections made on applicable checklist.
  • You will use Hi-Pot, continuity test, and component-specific testing devices to perform electrical testing. Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly. Verify torqued connections using torque wrench, per inspection instructions. Conduct electrical and mechanical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures. (Hi-Pot)
  • You will examine and verify mating structures (all structures in a line-up) as necessary to ensure that job is complete and field installation is problem-free (i.e. splice plate dimensions, kirk key coordination, etc).
  • You will verify that any revisions released to the production floor regarding functionality and customer specifications are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are not used / discarded. (Process and Update paperwork accurately - POM, test reports, etc.)
  • You will ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job.
  • You will thoroughly document and communicate non-conformances, which are critical quality records, and verify required rework to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate design errors to appropriate front end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
  • You will ensure that suspect product is identified as such at all times to prevent unintended use.

Qualifications:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
  • No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Switchboard experience including bus assembly or wiring.
  • Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
  • Associates degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or Electronics.

POSITION CRITERIA:

  • Knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality.
  • Knowledge of assembled SWBD product designs (i.e. PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS, FDS, MF, etc.)
  • Experience using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Knowledge of Eaton systems such as Enovia, material management (DMM), Plant Order Manager (POM), MRP/ERP (AS400), Quality Tool (MQ1).
  • Knowledge of applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer-specific requirements.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thrus, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
  • The switchboard product is a customized offering requiring that each job be thoroughly examined to understand the unique requirements.
  • Job is fast-paced at times and requires multi-tasking.
  • There is high accountability associated with job performance.
  • The incumbent requires the ability to work in an environment of high pressure and high expectations.

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.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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