Shipping Lead - 1st shift

Eaton Corporation•Youngsville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is hiring a Shipping Team Lead at its new facility in Youngsville, North Carolina. The role coordinates shipping workflow and leads shipping associates to support accurate inventory, on-time customer deliveries, and a safe, quality-focused culture. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can solve problems in a fast-paced environment and support operational excellence and employee development. Core hours are 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position pays $24.00 per hour. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the facility, except active-duty military service member candidates, who are exempt from this geographic limitation. No relocation benefit is offered. Eaton will not provide employment-related immigration sponsorship or support for this position. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation, and safely operating material-handling equipment. Work takes place in a warehouse with varying temperatures and noise levels. Flexible schedules and overtime may be required as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
At least 3 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience.
Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, or RF scanning technology.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift, push, or pull materials up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to safely and effectively operate material-handling equipment.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
Strong commitment to safety and quality.
Positive leadership and team-building skills.
Accountability and a customer-focused mindset.
Ability to make decisions and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime as needed.
Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Youngsville, NC facility, except active-duty military service member candidates.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
Experience in a high-volume distribution center.
Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Distribution, or Continuous Improvement principles.

Responsibilities

Lead and support daily shipping operations to ensure orders are processed accurately and shipped on time.
Coordinate work assignments and staffing to meet productivity and service goals.
Direct, coach, and train shipping associates.
Monitor workflow and adjust priorities to meet changing business demands.
Ensure compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
Conduct safety observations and promote safe work practices.
Partner with supervisors and other department leaders to resolve operational issues and improve processes.
Maintain accurate shipping documentation and system transactions.
Investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies, inventory issues, and customer service concerns.
Track productivity, quality, on-time shipping, and safety key performance indicators.
Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or other operational excellence methodologies.
Participate in employee performance discussions and recognition activities.