Shipping Lead - 1st shift

Requisition
75895
-Posted
10/20/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ESSdivision is currently seeking aShipping Lead - 1st shift at our new facility on Innovation Loop in Youngsville, NC.

The pay rate for this position is $24.00per hour.

Core hours are 6:30am to 3:00pm.

Why work at Eaton?

• Health benefits and vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

Position Overview:
The Shipping Team Lead is responsible for coordinating workflow, leading a team of shipping associates, ensuring on-time customer deliveries, maintaining inventory accuracy, and promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills, and is committed to operational excellence and employee development.

• Lead and support daily shipping operations to ensure customer orders are processed accurately and shipped on time.
• Coordinate work assignments and staffing to meet productivity and service goals.
• Provide day‑to‑day direction, coaching, and training to shipping associates.
• Monitor workflow and adjust priorities to meet changing business demands.
• Ensure compliance with Eaton safety policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Conduct regular safety observations and promote a culture of 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 key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, on‑time shipping, and safety metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Participate in employee performance discussions and recognition activities.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 1 year of leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience
• Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, or RF scanning technology

No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate area of the Youngsville, NC facility (50‑mile radius) will be considered for this position. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's 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.

Physical Requirements:

• 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 operate material handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.

What You’ll Bring:

• A 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…