Panelboard Shipping Associate

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Panelboard Shipping Associate. The hours for this postion are Mon - Fri, 5am - 1:30pmThe hourly rate for this position is $17.50/ hr per hour.This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.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:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:Eaton is currently seeking a Shipping Associate in Panelboard Assembly to join our team. This position is based out of our Sumter, SC facility.In the Shipping Associate role, you will provide manufacturing expertise and support in all areas of the Shipping Team including, but not limited to, check, label, pack and prepare for shipment all products and assemblies, ship using proper care and handling, and ensure that all transactions are accurate with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards.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.Essential Functions:• You will exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position. Ensure that all products and parts adequately meet Eaton’s quality guidelines as they move throughout the production process. Perform quality checks as instructed.• You will receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers so as to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner. Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function and perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.• You will comply with all safety and industrial hygiene requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment in a safe and competent manner. Understand and meet all departmental safety objectives and goals.• You will keep assigned work-area clean and organized per 5S standards.• You will work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignment. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one’s function.• You will exhibit strong analytical and problem solving skills so as to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.• You will perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.• You will perform assigned function from written instructions, shipping papers, bill of ladings, Vista, and AS400.• You will close trailers (TMS Processes) and manage/sort Shipping paperwork for closed trailers that are ready to be staged for carrier pull.• You will be required to train and be certified in operating fork trucks, manual and electronic pallet jacks• You will communicate with carrier when loads are ready to be pulled.Qualifications:Basic Qualifications:High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or operations experience.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Sumter facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position.Preferred Qualifications:Current or prior certification in operation of forklifts used to transport and locate equipment and materials to required areas.Current or prior certification in operation of yard dog industrial trucks used to transport and locate equipment and materials to required areas.Skills: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.Willing to get forklift and yard truck certified as driving both are required for the role.Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and SharePoint.Working knowledge of Lean concepts.Must work somewhat independently and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.Additional Information: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. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.WORK ENVIRONMENT:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr