Material Handler I (1st Shift)

Eaton Corporation; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is seeking a Material Handler I (1st Shift) in Greenwood, SC. The role involves receiving and issuing raw materials, packaging finished products, and supporting planners with material availability.

You will operate forklifts and a gantry crane, perform 5S duties, and help ensure quality through inspections and problem solving. The position offers hourly pay of $18.11 and eligibility for a variable incentive program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No immigration sponsorship or relocation benefits offered; 50-mile radius from Greenwood, SC.

Responsibilities

• Receive and issue raw materials, assemblies, sub-assemblies, tools, and supplies and forward paperwork for data entry.
• Unload/load trucks using material handling equipment and place material in proper locations.
• Identify process improvements and perform root cause analysis for quality/production issues.
• Ensure quality through visual inspections and identify nonconforming parts; troubleshoot errors.
• Cross-train for other roles as needed and maintain inventory using tracking systems.
• Operate forklift to move material and gantry crane for loading/shipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Eaton system controls (DMM)

MRP/ERP (AS400)

Data entry systems

Hand tools

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Material Handler I (1st Shift). The hourly rate for this position is $18.11 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

CORE HOURS: MONDAY - THURSDAY (5AM - 3PM)

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

In the Material Handler position you will receive and issue raw materials, assemblies, sub-assemblies, tools, and supplies and forward all necessary paperwork to computer services for data entry, assist the planners and buyers on material availability related processes and box, pack and ship finished product and all raw materials, as appropriate.

• Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
• Use a variety of material handling equipment and hand tools to unload and load trucks arriving or leaving from receiving area and for placing material in the proper bin location or delivering material to the wok centers.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
• Responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before shipping, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
• Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.
• Utilize supply chain tracking systems to maintain inventory
• Required to operate a forklift to move/load material and/or Gear
• Required to operate a Gantry style overhead crane for loading/shipment of Gear

Position Criteria

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Eaton does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F‑1 to H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, or I‑485 job portability.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of manufacturing experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Minimum three (3) months of experience operating a powered industrial vehicle (e.g., forklift)
• Minimum three (3) months of experience utilizing Eaton system controls including material management (DMM) and MRP/ERP (AS400)
• Minimum 3 months of experience using hand and air tools.
• South Carolina Manufacturing Certification (SCMC) or equivalent

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel.
• Frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip.
• Be required to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

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