Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

Eaton; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate for 2nd shift in Santa Ana, CA. The role supports receiving, storage, movement, and shipment of materials, ensuring inventory accuracy and on-time delivery. You will work with ERP systems including SAP, and use Microsoft Office to maintain records and reporting.

The position runs 1:45pm to 10:15pm with an hourly rate of $24.75. Candidates should be able to lift 50 pounds and work within a safety-focused 5S environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, shipping/receiving, inventory control or material handling exp.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Receive, verify, and process incoming materials against packing slips and POs.
• Load/unload trucks and inspect materials for damage or discrepancies.
• Pick, stage, package, and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Maintain inventory records through cycle counts and system updates.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and resolve issues.
• Coordinate material movements with production and supply chain teams.
• Process warehouse transactions using ERP, WMS, SAP, and MS Office.
• Support Kanban systems and stock replenishment.

Skills

Forklift operation

ERP systems

SAP

Inventory control

Cycle counts

Microsoft Excel

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Career Opportunities: Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift (76225)

Requisition ID76225-Posted10/23/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ESSdivision is currently seeking aWarehouse Associate - 2nd Shift.

The hours for this role are 1:45pm - 10:15pm

The hourly rate for this position is$24.75per 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:

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting all warehouse operations to ensure the accurate receipt, storage, movement, inventory control, and shipment of materials. This role works across receiving, inventory management, material handling, and shipping functions to support on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, workplace safety, and customer satisfaction.

In This Role, You Will:

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move, store, stage, and transport materials.
• Receive, verify, and process incoming materials against packing slips, purchase orders, bills of lading, and system transactions.
• Load and unload trucks while inspecting materials for damage, quantity discrepancies, and identification accuracy.
• Pick, stage, package, and prepare finished goods and materials for shipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, inventory audits, transaction processing, and system updates.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve inventory discrepancies, misplaced materials, and receiving/shipping issues.
• Research material transaction history and perform root cause analysis to support inventory accuracy and continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate material movements and communicate effectively with production, planners, buyers, supply chain teams, and internal customers.
• Process warehouse transactions using ERP, WMS, SAP, and Microsoft Office applications, including receiving, shipping, transfers, and inventory adjustments.
• Maintain documentation and records for receiving, shipping, inventory, and material transactions.
• Support Kanban systems, stock replenishment activities, and material flow processes.
• Enforce safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment in accordance with 5S standards.
• Assist with annual physical inventory counts and special inventory projects.
• Support internal transportation activities and material deliveries between departments, facilities, vendors, and contractors as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve warehouse processes, inventory accuracy, and operational performance.
• Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, shipping/receiving, inventory control, or material handling experience.
• Ability to work legally in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Experience using warehouse management, ERP, or inventory systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse activities including standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting throughout the workday.

• Must live within 50 miles of location

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Forklift reach truck and electric pallet jack experience.
• Experience performing cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and warehouse best practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Skills:

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong internal partnership skills.
• Working knowledge of warehouse safety practices and 5S principles.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
• Proficiency in basic math, inventory transactions, and data entry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, pushing, pulling, and climbing as required.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment.
• Visual acuity and communication skills necessary to perform warehouse operations safely and effectively.

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