About the role
Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Material Handler II - 1st Shift.
The core hours are 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, M-F.
The rate for this position is $20.00 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:
- Safely operate forklifts to move, stack, load, unload, and retrieve materials in accordance with company safety policies and regulations.
- Perform routine forklift inspections and basic maintenance checks to ensure equipment remains in proper working condition.
- Safely transport materials throughout the facility, including to and from trucks, pallets, and storage locations.
- Verify delivery accuracy and inspect materials for damage.
- Complete inventory transactions accurately and timely using the MRP system, including required cycle counts.
- Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), method sheets, safety policies, and WSRA requirements.
- Use radios or other communication tools to coordinate with team members and prioritize daily tasks.
- Dispose of scrap materials (excluding metals) according to established procedures.
- Flex into other warehouse or logistics areas and perform additional duties as needed to support operations.
This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 6 months of industrial manufacturing experience
- Minimum of 6 months of experience operating a PIT (Powered Industrial Truck, i.e. forklift)
- 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Relocation is not being offered for this position. Only candidates living within a 50-mile radius of Hodges, SC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Position Criteria:
- Being flexible and open to changes in processes or tasks.
- Able to work independently with minimum direction.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and push or pull up to 100 lbs. with or without accommodation.
- Maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe workplace. (5S+)
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focus
- Collaborate with team members.
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