Shipping Associate

Eaton CorporationSumter, SC
Onsite

About The Position

Eaton Corporation in Sumter, SC is currently seeking Senior Production Associate, Shipping on 1st Shift to join our team. This position requires possession of a CDL Class A license to be considered. In the Senior Production Associate, Shipping role, you will be responsible for packing and shipping customer orders and completing transactions in Eaton systems to maintain accurate inventory. You will effectively communicate and work with members of a team to complete your job function and meet safety, quality, and productivity goals. 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

  • Possession of a CDL Class A license.
  • Willing to work flexible hours and overtime in support of business needs.
  • Proficient with computers and programs including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and SharePoint.
  • Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
  • Willing to get forklift and yard truck certified as driving both are required for the role.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to a safe, engaged and inclusive work culture by complying with all policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment, and performing 5S duties.
  • Compare shipping order to identify units and/or material for shipment. Select and prepare paperwork, commercial invoices, custom papers, shipping lists, instruction booklet, etc.
  • Pack, create and band equipment, parts, materials, products and accessories to minimize damage during shipment. Apply carton labels, stickers, stencils as required by shipping orders, instructions, drawings, etc.
  • Collect driver contact information (i.e., cell numbers, name, etc.) and provide them with job site contact information, delivery hours, call ahead requirements, etc.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement as well as complete root cause analysis in response to issues with quality or production.
  • Responsible for quality, including visual inspections of material before shipping, identifying nonconforming parts, and troubleshooting errors.
  • Cross train and stand in for other employees/job functions when necessary.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Variable incentive program
  • Health and Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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