Material Handler - Night Shift

Eaton Corporation • Kings Mountain, NC

2d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Material Handler - Night Shift.
The rate range for this position is $20.58 - $22.69 per hour with with scheduled pay increases at 6 months and 1 year of service.
The core hours for this role are Monday through Friday from 11:00 pm until 7:30 am.
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.
Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.
What you’ll do:
Operate forklifts, lifting aids, and overhead hoists to safely move, stage, load, and unload materials, including truck deliveries, while ensuring accurate flow and distribution for the Clutch or Manufacturing departments.
Validate part quantities and material accuracy; escalate discrepancies and report unusual conditions, safety issues, or defective materials.
Support changeovers by coordinating with Operators/Leads and preparing required materials in advance.
Use FCS, Oracle, and WMS systems to maintain accurate inventory and manufacturing data; submit help desk tickets for related IT issues.
Maintain 100% transactional accuracy under time constraints and complete required forklift safety audits and maintenance documentation each shift.
Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and standard work procedures, including Eaton’s Quality Systems (QS 9000, TS 16949, CQI‑9) and ISO 14000 requirements.
Contribute to a safe, clean, and organized work environment through housekeeping and 5S participation.
Collaborate with team members to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals, supporting continuous improvement and departmental objectives.
Provide cross‑training support and cover peer absences, including service packer duties; assist in training new employees.
Work scheduled overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Forklift experience
• 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.
• No relocation is available for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of the Kings Mountain, NC facility will be considered
• Must pass forklift examination upon hire and operate safely.
• Proficiency in maintaining inventory transaction accuracy.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Windows‑based software.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Consistent follow‑through on assigned tasks.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular basis with or without accomodation.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with Excel, Oracle, FCS, WMS, Premium Freight Database, UPS website, and Outlook.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or assembly operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, lifting aids, and overhead hoists to safely move, stage, load, and unload materials, including truck deliveries, while ensuring accurate flow and distribution for the Clutch or Manufacturing departments.
• Validate part quantities and material accuracy; escalate discrepancies and report unusual conditions, safety issues, or defective materials.
• Support changeovers by coordinating with Operators/Leads and preparing required materials in advance.
• Use FCS, Oracle, and WMS systems to maintain accurate inventory and manufacturing data; submit help desk tickets for related IT issues.
• Maintain 100% transactional accuracy under time constraints and complete required forklift safety audits and maintenance documentation each shift.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and standard work procedures, including Eaton’s Quality Systems (QS 9000, TS 16949, CQI‑9) and ISO 14000 requirements.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and organized work environment through housekeeping and 5S participation.
• Collaborate with team members to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals, supporting continuous improvement and departmental objectives.
• Provide cross‑training support and cover peer absences, including service packer duties; assist in training new employees.
• Work scheduled overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED