Mission Critical Shipping Associate - CDL Driver

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is seeking a Mission Critical Shipping Associate - CDL Driver in Sumter, South Carolina. The position is scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and pays $20 per hour, with eligibility for a variable incentive program. The posting also describes the position as Senior Production Associate, Shipping on first shift and requires a Class A CDL. The role packs and ships customer orders and completes transactions in Eaton systems to maintain accurate inventory. The associate works with a team to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals; prepares shipment documentation and products; coordinates with drivers and carriers; and helps improve processes and resolve quality or production issues. Training and certification to operate fork trucks, manual and electronic pallet jacks, and a yard truck are required. The job involves regular standing, walking, sitting, reaching at or above shoulder level, gripping, and handling materials. It frequently involves stooping, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, including lifting or carrying up to 35 pounds and pushing or pulling up to or greater than 35 pounds, with or without accommodation. The work environment regularly includes noise and frequently includes dust.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future corporate sponsorship.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime to support business needs.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and SharePoint.
Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
Willingness to obtain forklift and yard truck certifications; driving both is required for the role.
Ability to work somewhat independently and make decisions affecting the workgroup, while focusing on assigned goals and the needs of internal and external customers.
Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Current or prior certification operating forklifts used to transport and locate equipment and materials.
Experience with Eaton systems, including Vista order entry, DMM material management, and AS400 MRP/ERP.
Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive, and analytical problem-solving skills when working with individuals and groups in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Comply with workplace policies, use personal protective equipment, operate equipment safely, and perform 5S duties.
Compare shipping orders to identify units or materials for shipment and prepare required paperwork, including commercial invoices, customs papers, shipping lists, and instruction booklets.
Pack, create, and band equipment, parts, materials, products, and accessories to minimize shipping damage; apply required labels, stickers, and stencils.
Collect driver contact information and provide job-site contact details, delivery hours, and call-ahead requirements.
Identify process improvement opportunities and perform root cause analysis in response to quality or production issues.
Inspect material before shipping, identify nonconforming parts, and troubleshoot errors.
Cross-train and fill in for other employees or job functions when necessary.
Close trailers using TMS processes and manage and sort shipping paperwork for closed trailers staged for carrier pickup.
Train and become certified to operate fork trucks and manual and electronic pallet jacks; obtain forklift and yard truck certification as required for the role.
Communicate with carriers when loads are ready to be picked up.
Work with team members to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals and maintain accurate inventory through Eaton system transactions.