Material Handler - 1st Shift

Eaton’s Electrical Power Distribution Controls Division is currently seeking a Material Handler to join our 1st Shift team. This position is based at our Arden, NC location.

Position Overview:

The primary function of this position is to sort, distribute, supply and package materials.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Ownership of storage racks including daily review of Racks, 5S , Rack Labels, etc
• Load and unload steel trucks and/or copper truck as required
• Move material throughout the Fabrication as needed including keeping brakes staged with unbent parts, delivering bent parts to the paint line, and delivering completed fabricated components as required to rack locations.
• Keep pallet bins full of pallets.
• Assist in breaking out steel from Amada skeletons when necessary
• Weigh and empty scrap bins and record weight in spreadsheet.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D from an accredited institution
• Authorized to work in the United States without Company Sponsorship
• No relocation offered. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Arden, NC in order to be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as Material Handler
• Previous experience with Kanban

Position Criteria

• Able to lift 35 pounds – waist, shoulder, overhead
• Ability to climb ladders
• Proven history of safe work habits
• Must be able to work effectively without direct supervision
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Internet, Excel, etc.
• Must be able to work overtime – weekdays and weekends
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification

Why work at Eaton? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

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We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters.

We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Manufacturing & Operations

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ESSG PDCAD Power Distrib Control Assy Div

Job Level: Entry Level
Schedule: Full-time
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: No