1st Shift Material Handler: Forklift & Quality Inspector

The Advance Group; Ypsilanti Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advance Group is seeking a Material Handler for the 1st shift in Ypsilanti, MI. This role primarily uses an overhead hoist to unload heavy parts from crates, with forklift operation required to move materials within the facility and perform a brief quality check.

You will follow safety rules, meet production needs, and maintain an organized work area. Overtime and a Monday–Friday schedule are available, with starting pay of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior sit-down forklift experience required.
• Overhead hoist experience strongly preferred.
• Experience handling heavy automotive parts, racks, or similar industrial materials.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety rules, and work instructions at all times.
• Open incoming crates and prepare materials for unloading.
• Perform a brief visual inspection.
• Safely remove parts from crates and place them onto designated racks.
• Meet established production requirements while maintaining safety and quality.
• Operate a propane sit-down forklift.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Overhead hoist

Quality inspection

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

The Advance Group is seeking a Material Handler for the 1st shift in Ypsilanti, MI. This role primarily uses an overhead hoist to unload heavy parts from crates, with forklift operation required to move materials within the facility and perform a brief quality check.

You will follow safety rules, meet production needs, and maintain an organized work area. Overtime and a Monday–Friday schedule are available, with starting pay of $20 per hour.