Material Handler - 2nd shift

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Material Handler - 2nd shift at our Oakley Ct site in Richmond, VA. The pay rate for this position is $19.47 + $2 shift differential per hour. This site is currently offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires. Why work at Eaton? Health benefits and vacation time Paid holidays Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments Overtime opportunities Retirement benefits Paid Parental Leave Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more! What you’ll do: This position requires the ability to use a forklift or power equipment to move and store a variety of materials, parts, and products. This position will transport items from incoming staging area or from finished goods staging area to a storage area and/or shipping area. This position may operate an overhead crane or hoist to assist in moving of material. Individual will also complete related documentation associated with shipping and receiving material as well as move or expedite material to the proper department. In this function you will: Safely operate powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment to stow, pick, deliver, unload, and transport materials to storeroom and point of use locations. Visually inspect materials for damage and ensure proper handling and protection throughout storage and movement. Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas in accordance with 5S guidelines. Utilize RF scanners to accurately transact and track material movement within inventory systems. Operate stretch wrap machines and wrapping tools to secure loads prior to storage or transport. Maintain accurate stock levels by coordinating material movement, consolidating inventory across locations, and locating materials as needed to support operations. Perform cycle counts and assist with annual physical inventory activities. Notify internal customers of material receipts or items marked to their attention. Flex between material handler areas and perform additional duties as operational needs require. Perform internal truck driving duties, including timely pickups and deliveries, and assist with product receipt and delivery to outside vendors and contractors. Qualifications: Required (Basic) Qualifications: High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Richmond, VA facility (50-mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation 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 cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc. Preferred Qualifications: Material Handling experience including Forklift Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment Skills: Position Criteria: Ability to lift 50 pounds Ability to use computer systems for the input and tracking of materials. Ability to obtain forklift certification Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills Maintain 5S and housekeeping in work area Maintain health and safety equipment in good working order Know and follow established job specific and facility wide health and safety procedures and rules All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to ensuring equal employment oppo…

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