Retrofill Materials Technician

Retrofill Materials TechnicianEaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Retrofill Materials Technician. The expected annual salary range for this role is $47000 - $69000 a year. 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:Primary functionThe Switchgear Modernization division of EESS designs and manufactures custom solutions that allow for the modernization of both LV and MV equipment. The Retrofill Materials Technician is responsible for inventory control, material quality verification, and assembly of retrofill kits to support production and customer requirements. This role ensures materials are accurately received, stored, inventoried, inspected, and kitted while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and operational excellence.Essential functionsReceiving/Shipping Retrofill KitsMaintain accurate inventory levels of retrofill components, hardware, and materialsReceive, identify, label, and store incoming materials according to established proceduresInvestigate and resolve inventory discrepanciesShip complete retrofill kits on time with customer schedule to accurate locationsKitting OperationsAssemble and verify retrofill kits according to engineering specifications, bill of materials, and work instructionsEnsure kits are complete, accurate, and available to support production schedules and customer demandStage and organize materials for efficient kit assembly and distributionIdentify missing, damaged, or incorrect components and coordinate corrective actionsSupport continuous improvement initiatives to increase kitting efficiencyQualityInspect materials and kits for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with quality standardsVerify part numbers, quantities, revisions, and documentation before kit releaseMaintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with safety and quality requirementsUnderstand and follow prescribed EESS safety policies, pertaining to shop and field environmentsWork with Electrical and Mechanical Engineer to solve customer control issues & requirementsParticipate and contribute to process improvementsQualifications:Basic QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent GED.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, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.No relocation is offered for this position. Candidate must reside within 50 mile radius of Warrendale, PA to be consideredPreferred QualificationsAssociate's Degree in Supply Chain Management or an Engineering discipline.Strong understanding of Vista and Mapics.Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.Strong understanding of quality proceduresSkills:Specialized knowledge• Basic mathematical skills.• Ability to work overtime on short notice.• Strong interpersonal skills with heavy emphasis on good communication skills (Oral and written).• Strong mathematical skills.• Computer skills surrounding Microsoft Office suite, Oracle and Planner.• Excellent problem solving skills with a strong sense of urgency.• Position requires high level of concentration and close attention to details.• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs, unassisted and throughout the day as needed.• Continuous standing, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling.• Requirement to train and qualify for power industrial truck (forklift) license.Additional Information:• Applicants must be willing to perform all aspects of product design & test. Frequent physical labor is required to assemble, verify, and test prototype samples.• Applicants must successfully complete EESS safety training to operate at customer sites.

Applicants must adhere to all EESS safety programs and policies.• A valid driver's license is required.• Willingness to work with basic hand tools and work in a shop environment is essential.• Willingness to learn basic controls theory and wiring practices.• This position will directly contribute to increased sales volume and generate additional pull-through for EESS DOCs.• Generation and installation of new designs for the market will broaden the EESS Solution set and improve Eaton's position as a premier electrical distribution manufacturer.