Material Handler - 1st Shift

Eaton Group; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 77,146,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Eaton in Torrance, CA is seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift to support our AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution team. Core hours are 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

The role handles receiving, storage, inventory, issuance, and shipping support to sustain manufacturing schedules. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in stockroom or material handling, a High School Diploma or GED, and a proven ability to work safely with inventory systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a stockroom, warehouse, or material handling role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• This position does not offer immigration sponsorship or CPT/OPT/STEM OPT support.
• Relocation benefit is not offered; candidates within 50 miles will be considered.
• U.S. person for export-controlled information per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Store materials in designated stockroom locations and maintain inventory records.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and update systems to reflect stock levels.
• Pick and deliver materials to production areas to support schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe stockroom while following procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting

Inventory systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton’s AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution division is currently seeking a Material Handler - 1st Shift to join our team in Torrance, CA!

The core hours are 6 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

The hourly rate for this position is $27.02 per hour.

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:

• Receive and Inspect Materials: Unload, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and packing lists. Report any discrepancies or damages.
• Material Storage: Properly label and store materials in designated stockroom locations. Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Inventory Management: Conduct regular inventory counts and audits. Update inventory management systems to reflect current stock levels.
• Material Issuance: Pick and deliver materials to production areas as requested. Ensure timely and accurate issuance of materials to support manufacturing schedules.
• Stockroom Organization: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe stockroom environment. Implement and follow stockroom procedures and best practices.
• Documentation: Complete and maintain all required documentation, including receiving reports, inventory logs, and material transfer records.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Collaboration: Work closely with production, purchasing, and quality control teams to ensure smooth material flow and address any material-related issues.
• Shipping/Receiving: Assist shipping in various tasks when needed.

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

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Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a stockroom, warehouse, or material handling role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• 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.
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Skills

• This position requires standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials (up to 45 lbs. weight) with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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 here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview.
• 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.