Material Handler Jobs in Livonia, MI

A Material Handler in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and control of materials within a manufacturing facility. This includes receiving, transporting, stocking, and delivering materials within the facility. They also maintain inventory records, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. They often operate heavy machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks to accomplish their tasks. Material Handlers play an integral role in maintaining the flow of materials which is essential in a manufacturing production line.

Important skills for a Material Handler include physical strength and stamina, as the job often involves lifting heavy items, as well as good organizational skills for managing inventory. Attention to detail is necessary for maintaining accurate inventory records. Operating machinery requires a certain level of technical skill, and safety consciousness is essential to avoid accidents. Certification as a forklift operator may be required, and prior experience in a similar role is often preferred. A person may have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator, or Inventory Clerk before becoming a Material Handler.

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Warehouse Associate

  • Livonia, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 17 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

TPM Warehouse Associate

  • Brownstown, MI (18 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brownstown, MI (18 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Summary: This position is responsible for performing various warehouse duties, such as sorting pallets, operating a forklift to load, unload, and receive materials, completing paperwork/data...

Forklift Operator

  • Plymouth, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operators should be skilled with excellent attention to detail. As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for...

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Northville, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northville, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Company: Aisin World Corp of America Department: Logistics Department Location: Franklin, IN (FLC) Position Responsibilities The incumbent is expected to perform the...

Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Northville, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northville, MI (8 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Company: Aisin World Corp of America Department: Logistics Department Location: Franklin, IN (FLC) Position Responsibilities The incumbent is expected to perform the...

Warehouse Worker - Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Material Handler

  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 2 days ago

Handling Moving Material Material Requirement Plan/MRP Qualifications Years of experience: 3 years Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies...

Forklift Operator

  • Livonia, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 3 days ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing,...

Standup forklift operator - Michigan

  • New Boston, MI (16 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Boston, MI (16 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Candidates will be responsible under general supervision monitor production line inventory and strategically replenish materials in an extremely fast paced production environment....

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator -Part Time

  • Romulus, MI (11 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Romulus, MI (11 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago

This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations....

Warehouse Associate Night Shift

  • Lincoln Park, MI (12 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lincoln Park, MI (12 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? K&M Team members are eligible for 401K after 6 months of employment. K&M will match up to 50% of the first 6% invested. You will be able to change...

Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

  • Taylor, MI (11 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Taylor, MI (11 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Time Type: Part time Role Details: Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $16.50 / HR Job Location: 3401 North Main, Taylor, TX 76574 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist...

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Maybee, MI (24 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Maybee, MI (24 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Clean Tech is looking for an experienced Forklift Operator at our recycling facility in Dundee, MI. This is a Direct Hire position that offers paid certification and opportunities for advancement....

Seasonal Warehouse Associate

  • Brownstown TWP, MI (18 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brownstown TWP, MI (18 miles from Livonia, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Your Impact at Lowes Within our Pro Supply warehouse team, you'll take on advanced responsibilities in our receiving operations, ensuring products are accurately verified and efficiently...

Warehouse Worker - B1

  • Livonia, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 5 days ago

Our Livonia Distribution Center, a 400,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7, is currently seeking Warehouse Production Graders to join our team. In this critical role, you will work on...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Livonia, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Livonia, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.1%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Livonia, MI
Less than 1 year
43.6%
None
35.2%
1-2 years
15.6%
10+ years
2.9%
4-6 years
2.2%
2-4 years
0.5%