Material Handler - 3rd Shift

Eaton Corporation; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Shift premiums

Career progression opportunities

Retirement benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking a Material Handler for the 3rd shift (10:30 pm – 6:30 am). This role supports production by moving materials, operating forklifts, and assisting with assembly tasks to maintain material flow and meet schedules.

Off-shift premiums apply, and overtime may be required. The position offers weekly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for career progression within the ES AMER ESS division.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• No relocation benefit; candidates must reside within 50 miles of the work location.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth material flow through production.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to support production needs.
• Perform sub-assembly and final assembly tasks on standard product lines per procedures.
• Follow work instructions and safety standards to complete tasks accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in line with 5S and site policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce waste.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Material Handler - 3rd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.50 + $2.50 shift premium per hour. The hours for this shift are 10:30 pm - 6:30 am.

Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!
• Paid holidays - up to 12!
• Weekly pay
• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.
• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.
• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What you’ll do:

The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring the efficient movement of materials throughout the manufacturing process to support production schedules and customer requirements. This role operates forklifts and other material handling equipment, performs assembly-related tasks as needed, and maintains accurate material flow while adhering to quality and safety standards. The Material Handler contributes to operational success by promoting teamwork, maintaining an organized work environment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll do:

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and efficient flow of materials throughout the production process.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to support departmental production needs and maintain workflow continuity.
• Perform a variety of sub-assembly and final assembly operations on standard product lines in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Follow work instructions, specifications, and verbal directions to accurately complete assigned tasks.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of quality, productivity, and attention to detail.
• Meet or exceed established production, quality, and safety objectives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S and workplace standards.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process, product, and efficiency improvements.
• Safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery required to perform job responsibilities.
• Comply with all environmental, health, safety, and quality policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Support Eaton's values and culture by promoting teamwork, employee involvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of one (1) year of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift certification.
• 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, 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 that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of the work location will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, valid forklift certification with demonstrated safe operating practices.

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

• Maintains consistent material availability, enabling production schedules to be met with minimal downtime or disruption.
• Achieves high standards of safety, quality, and inventory accuracy through the effective movement, storage, and handling of materials.
• Supports operational efficiency by ensuring materials are delivered to the right location, at the right time, and in the correct quantities.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce waste, improve workflow, and enhance overall department performance.
• Must be able to walk/stand for 8 hours shift with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift 48lbs and push/pull 48 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

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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.