Material Handler Jobs in Southfield, 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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  • Wintegrity
  • Belleville, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wintegrity
  • Belleville, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities: General Labor Picking and sorting of scrap metals Must be comfortable bending, reaching, and lifting up to 20lbs consistently Must be able to stand up to 10 hours Cleaning areas...

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Menards, Inc.
  • Livonia, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Livonia, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 6 hours ago

Production Team Members work efficiently, in a safe manner, maintain high quality standards, and help to ensure that guest expectations are met. Positions include forklift operation, machine...

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Industrial Forklift Operator, 2nd shift - Livonia, MI

  • CHEP
  • Livonia, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Livonia, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 19 hours ago

Major/Key Accountabilities Material Handling & Forklift Operation: Operate the forklift to efficiently move pallets, containers, and materials throughout the plant facility....

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Forklift Operator

  • American Axle & Manufacturing
  • Oxford, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oxford, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting Title Forklift Operator Job Description Summary We are looking for a forklift operator to move packages and materials around our facility. You will be operating a forklift with the...

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Kitting Material Specialist

  • Kratos Unmanned Systems
  • Rochester, MI (17 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rochester, MI (17 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 11 days ago

handling, kitting, and inventory proceduresMaintain clean, organized, and visual kitting areas (6S standards)Identify opportunities to improve:Kitting efficiencyMaterial flowInventory accuracySupport...

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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - 17/HR

  • Aerotek
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Set up machines on the production line by selecting the appropriate preloaded program and initiating operation....

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Warehouse Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Brighton, MI (24 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 20 days ago

Production Worker Job Description Inspect parts to verify that drilled holes are positioned and sized accurately according to specifications. Use measuring tools (e.g., tape measure, etc) to...

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Production - Forklift Operator

  • Crown Staffing
  • Highland Park, MI (10 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI (10 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 22 days ago

From Entry-Level to Executive, Find Your Next Career. Interested in joining our talent pool? We are always accepting applications! Please note : This listing remains open even when we are not...

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Forklift Operator

  • Premier Staff Services
  • Romulus, MI (20 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Romulus, MI (20 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Romulus, MI 48174Salary Range: $18.00 HourlyWe are seeking experienced Forklift Operators with engine rack handling experience to join our team. This...

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Inventory Specialist

  • Ideal Clamp Products, Inc.
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

In this role you will input data, generate audit reports, coordinate physical movement of parts and materials, update receiving related systems, monitor material handling activities to ensure quality...

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Material Handler-Materials

  • Roseville, MI (18 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, MI (18 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Material Handler Position OverviewOur client in Roseville, MI is seeking a dependable Material Handler to join their team....

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Truck Switcher/Forklift Operator

  • National Beverage Corporation
  • Warren, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warren, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Sundance is passionate about creating wholesome and functional beverages... without sacrificing delicious flavor. Sundance refreshes consumers with such popular brands as Everfresh and Mr. Pure...

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Forklift Operator

  • Magna International Inc.
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (15 miles from Southfield, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop...

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Demographic Data for Southfield, MI

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Southfield, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Southfield, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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 Southfield, 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%