Material Handler Jobs in Southgate, 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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Forklift Operator

  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 8 hours ago

syncreon by DP World delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive and...

Forklift Operator

  • Romulus, MI (7 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romulus, MI (7 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Stand-up Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as...

Forklift Operator - $20.06/hr

  • Farmington, MI (23 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmington, MI (23 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description About Us At Techo-Bloc, we aren't just paving patios--we're paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on...

Aviation Warehouse Associate - Part Time

  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Spirit is looking for Aviation Warehouse Associates to be the support that navigates logistical movements of materials by the Spirit Technical Operations team. As an Aviation...

Warehouse Associate RHD Tire, Inc

  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Associate Location: Warren, MI Terms: Full time Salary/rate: $20-22 hourly rate Requirements: Forklift Certification (Certification completed on-site) Supervisors: Warehouse Manager...

Warehouse Worker- 1st Shift

  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Key Duties Responsible for operating a sit-down Hilo Inventory control Document shipping slips and accurately update in system Receive all goods Utilized a computer to track inventory and ship...

Warehouse Associate (Detroit) - 2nd Shift

  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (12 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Associate ($18.00 - $23.00) Monday - Friday, 4:00pm-2:00am We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Associate who will assist in a variety of warehouse duties, including shipping and...

Warehouse Associate

  • Brownstown, MI (8 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brownstown, MI (8 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in Brownstown, MI....

Warehouse Associate - Forklift (1st Shift)

  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 4 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Material Handler- 1st/2nd/3rd Shift

  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warren, MI (24 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Operate material handling equipment safely and adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines....

Warehouse Associate - Days

  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 5 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Forklift Operator - Day Shift

  • Romulus, MI (7 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Romulus, MI (7 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 6 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator

  • Plymouth, MI (20 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (20 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 7 days 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 (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Northville, MI (21 miles from Southgate, MI)
  • 8 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...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Southgate, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Southgate, 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 Southgate, 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%