Panelboard Shipping Associate

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Panelboard Shipping Associate. The hours for this postion are Mon - Fri, 5am - 1:30pm. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. 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.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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 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.
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.
Keep assigned work-area clean and organized per 5S standards.
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.
Exhibit strong analytical and problem solving skills so as to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.
Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.
Perform assigned function from written instructions, shipping papers, bill of ladings, Vista, and AS400.
Close trailers (TMS Processes) and manage/sort Shipping paperwork for closed trailers that are ready to be staged for carrier pull.
Train and be certified in operating fork trucks, manual and electronic pallet jacks.
Communicate with carrier when loads are ready to be pulled.