EATON’S B-LINE
Eaton’s B-Line was named Large Employer of the Year at the Texas Workforce Commission’s 22nd Annual Texas Workforce Conference held Nov. 28–30, 2018 in Houston. Eaton was nominated by Workforce Solutions Texoma and chosen as the Large Employer of the Year from among three exemplary finalists, out of 23 large private-sector employers nominated. All nominees were recognized for contributions to their community’s workforce through innovation and collaboration with their Texas Workforce Solutions partner.
“Congratulations to Eaton’s B-Line on being an exemplary employer in their contributions to their community, local workforce and the Texas economy,” said TWC Chair and Commissioner Representing Employers Ruth R. Hughs. “I commend them on their strong partnerships, and their investment in the development of skilled workers in this high-demand industry.”
Eaton’s B-Line (Eaton), located in Sherman, is a power management company that provides energy-efficient solutions to help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Since 1996, Eaton has been a premier employer in the Texoma region, with an annual payroll of $18.2 million. Eaton works closely with Workforce Solutions Texoma (Texoma) to fill multiple job openings and conduct preemployment assessments.
“Texas is fortunate to have a diversified business sector that includes Eaton’s B-Line, who actively partners with the state to connect with job seekers,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Julian Alvarez. “Eaton’s has shown throughout the years that it is committed to helping grow the state’s labor force and talent pool while also helping to enrich local communities. I commend Eaton for their ongoing support of Texas workers.”
Eaton is unique in its approach to employee retention, making extraordinary efforts to provide a friendly work environment that promotes the well-being of workers and their families. The company is an ardent supporter of Texoma through its work with the Advanced Manufacturing Program, supporting a pipeline of 42 high school students soon to enter the workforce. Eaton also has expanded its workforce by 5 percent during the past year, currently employing 340 workers. Eaton has spent more than $2.5 million to improve, upgrade, and expand its facility.
“Congratulations to this year’s Large Employer of the Year Award winner, Eaton B-Line, a company unique in its approach to employee retention, and one who makes extraordinary efforts to provide a friendly work environment to promote the well-being of workers and their families across Texas,” said TWC Commissioner Representing the Public Robert D. Thomas. “Through their Advanced Manufacturing Program and their involvement with high school students soon to enter the workforce as well and teachers and counselors, Eaton has proven a strong commitment to ensuring our future workforce is highly prepared. We commend them for their mentorship and hard work.”