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Material Handler, 1st Shift - Hodges, SC

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Hodges, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Material Handler, 1st Shift.

The rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. The core hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm.

This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

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.

What You’ll Do

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility, with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, inventory accuracy, and productivity. This role supports material handling operations for Low Voltage Assemblies and works collaboratively with team members, flexing into all areas of the warehouse and logistics department as business needs require.

Safely operate forklifts to move, stack, load, unload, and retrieve materials in accordance with company safety policies and regulations.

Perform routine forklift inspections and basic maintenance checks to ensure equipment remains in proper working condition.

Safely transport materials throughout the facility, including to and from trucks, pallets, and storage locations.

Verify delivery accuracy and inspect materials for damage.

Complete inventory transactions accurately and timely using the MRP system, including required cycle counts.

Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs), method sheets, safety policies, and WSRA requirements.

Use radios or other communication tools to coordinate with team members and prioritize daily tasks.

Dispose of scrap materials (excluding metals) according to established procedures.

Flex into other warehouse or logistics areas and perform additional duties as needed to support operations.

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Auto req ID

472884BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Operations

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

6 months of industrial manufacturing experience

6 months of experience operating a PIT (Powered Industrial Truck, i.e. forklift)

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.

Relocation is not being offered for this position. Only candidates living within a 50-mile radius of Hodges, SC will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Position Criteria

Being flexible and open to changes in processes or tasks.

Able to work independently with minimum direction.

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and push or pull up to 100 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe workplace. (5S )

Proven problem-solving skills.

Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills.

Ability to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focus

Collaborate with team members.

City*

Hodges

State*

South Carolina

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Eaton

Salary : $20

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