Material Handling Specialist

Material Handler

1st shift 7 am- 3:45 pm Pay rate 15.60 per hour. Position Overview: Required in order to start - Metatarsal Shoes required. OSHA License (Forklift Certification) preferred/ not required High School Diploma required. The Material Handler will provide shipping and warehousing expertise to support in all areas of the Switchboard Team including, but not limited to, assembly, order picking, and shipping and receiving parts, with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton's quality standards. In this function 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.
• Receive and process material kitting orders in a timely manner to execute production schedules
• Complete inventory transactions and ensure accuracy
• 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.
• Own and lead 5S process and discipline for assigned warehouse area
• Receive and process incoming raw material and ensure inventory process is followed correctly
• Prepare finished products for final shipment including: packaging, documentation, loading and ensure on time delivery
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, including: forklifts (stand-up and sit-down), order picker, automatic pallet wrapper and pallet jack
• Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.

Qualifications:

• 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 Eaton El Paso, TX facility (50 mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of warehouse experience in an industrial environment.
• One or more years of forklift operation experience preferred

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.
• Computer literate.
• Knowledge of AS400, VISTA and MAPICS systems
• Knowledge of Lean and continuous process improvements
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to squat and reach above the head with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to physically operate a forklift with or without reasonable accommodation