Eaton’s ES AMER PCS division is currently seeking a Lean Associate OpEx.At Eaton’s Perth, Ontario distribution center and manufacturing site, we are a dynamic team of 100+ who work tirelessly to deliver top-notch products and services while prioritizing safety, collaboration and digitization. Located in the picturesque town of Perth, an hour drive from Ottawa and well connected by highways, we take pride in our atmosphere of diversity and inclusion.
The hourly rate for this position is $24.03 to 26.44 per hour.
The hours for this position are 7am to 3:30pm.
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.
Primary Function:
Reporting to the OpEx Manager, this position supports manufacturing and business process improvements by managing data, developing manufacturing standards, and applying Eaton Continuous Improvement System methodologies.
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.
Essential Functions/Position Requirements:
- Partner with the Kaizen team to facilitate or lead Kaizen events and complete related action items.
- Resolve issues by engaging front office personnel and shop floor teams to implement improvements.
- Identify and eliminate waste across manufacturing and business processes.
- Support departments in achieving cost savings and continuous improvement goals.
- Challenge the status quo and champion innovative ideas, including Industry 4.0 opportunities. Use digital and data-driven solutions to reduce manual work, improve visibility, and support operational excellence.
- Participate in structured problem-solving activities, as required.
- Serve as a positive role model and change advocate, encouraging others to identify and implement process improvements.
- Create and update Standard Work Instructions.
- Lead the training and implementation of 5S methodology.
- Provide support for OpEx department activities, as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
- College diploma in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, Quality, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
- One year’s experience utilizing Lean tools in a manufacturing environment.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with no company sponsorship.
- Must reside within 100km of the Perth facility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced diploma, bachelor's degree, or additional post-secondary education in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement, or a related field.
- Formal training or certification in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, problem solving, quality management systems, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience working in an assembly and/or fabrication environment.
- Experience with internal audits (5S, ISO) & operational assessments.
Position Criteria:
- Strong Mechanical/Electrical product knowledge.
- Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability and willingness to present information and facilitate discussions with groups.
- Self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
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.
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This posting is for an existing vacancy.
At Eaton we leverage artificial intelligence to recommend jobs to you that match the skills and experience required for the open role. Our Talent Acquisition teams also uses AI to identify applicants whose skills are a match for the job. Hiring decisions are made by Eaton leaders through a structured interview process and not AI.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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 Benefits at Eaton Canada for more detail. 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 .
