Forklift Operator - Material Flow (1st Shift)

Eaton; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and vacation from day

Paid holidays up to 12

Weekly pay

Shift premiums $2.50/hr for off shifts

Overtime opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift in South Milwaukee, WI. The position offers $22.50 per hour, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, with weekly pay and shift premiums. Benefits start day one, including health, holidays, retirement, parental leave, and educational assistance.

Responsibilities include material flow coordination, forklift operation, assembly tasks, and adherence to safety rules. Candidates within 50 miles and a high school diploma are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration for this position; CPT/OPT/STEM OPT and other work authorization programs are not offered.
• Relocation benefits are not offered; candidates within a 50-mile radius will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other departments regarding material flow.
• Operate forklift to sustain flow of materials for the department.
• Perform a variety of repetitive sub and final assembly operations on standard product lines.
• Follow established working procedures and instructions.
• Be responsible for own work under minimal supervision.
• Meet or exceed quality and quantity standards.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Contribute suggestions for methods or product improvement.
• Adhere to environmental, health, safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Walk/stand 8 hours

Lift 44 lbs

Forklift certification

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift in South Milwaukee, WI. The position offers $22.50 per hour, 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, with weekly pay and shift premiums. Benefits start day one, including health, holidays, retirement, parental leave, and educational assistance.

Responsibilities include material flow coordination, forklift operation, assembly tasks, and adherence to safety rules. Candidates within 50 miles and a high school diploma are preferred.