Material Handler I, Backroom, 1A Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive program

Health benefits

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Material Handler I for the Backroom on 1A Shift in Greenwood, SC. The role handles loading/unloading, material placement, and inventory control using forklifts and gantry cranes.

Expect a safety-first environment with 5S practices and cross-training opportunities. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, affiliation with Eaton’s systems like DMM and MRP/ERP (AS400), and a willingness to work flexible hours including overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Eaton does not sponsor work visas for this position.
• No relocation assistance; candidates must reside within 50 miles of Greenwood, SC; active-duty military exempt.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment to load/unload trucks and move material to designated locations.
• Perform 5S and maintain safe, engaged work culture; ensure proper PPE use.
• Identify process improvements and perform root cause analysis for quality/production issues.
• Inspect material for quality before shipping and identify nonconforming parts.
• Cross-train and cover for other roles as needed.
• Maintain inventory using supply chain tracking systems.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comm.

Analytical problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Gantry crane

MRP/ERP (AS400)

DMM

Hand tools

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Material Handler I, Backroom, 1A Shift. The rate 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:

• 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.
• Be 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.
• Use supply chain tracking systems to maintain inventory
• Operate a forklift to move/load material and/or Gear
• Operate a Gantry style overhead crane for loading/shipment of Gear

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Eaton does not provide 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 assistance is available. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of Greenwood, SC will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service members are exempt from this geographical requirement.

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

Position Criteria

• Willing to work flexible and overtime hours in support of business needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive abilities, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups within a team‑oriented environment.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach at or above shoulder level, grip, and use hands to handle or feel objects and materials.
• Frequently required to stoop and perform tasks involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to or exceeding 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include near and far vision, depth perception, and color distinction.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to noise while performing job duties.
• Frequent exposure to dust in the work area.

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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.

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.