Material Handler

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Quarterly bonuses

401(k) matching

Job summary

EW Grobbel is seeking an experienced Material Handler to support daily warehouse operations in Taylor and Detroit, Michigan. This role handles shipping and receiving, loads and unloads trucks, processes and fulfills purchase orders, and keeps the warehouse stocked and organized to support operations.

Qualified candidates have 2–4 years in shipping/receiving, forklift, reach truck and pallet jack experience, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and willingness to train on 1st shift for about 90 days.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience
• Forklift, reach truck, and pallet jack experience (certification preferred)
• Experience with inventory and shipping documentation
• Ability to work in a cold environment and lift up to 75 lbs
• Able to stand and walk for 8+ hours
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks
• Pick, stage, wrap, palletize, and load products for shipment
• Keep warehouse and dock areas clean, organized, and inspection-ready
• Accurately process requisitions, work orders, and purchase orders
• Maintain shipping, receiving, and inventory records
• Follow all safety, GMP, and company procedures
• Complete approximately 90 days of training on 1st shift

Skills

Forklift operation

Reach truck

Pallet jack

Inventory management

Shipping documentation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Certification (forklift)

Job description

Material Handler

Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: Taylor, MI & Detroit, MI
Pay Range: $18.50 - $23.00 Hourly

We are seeking an experienced
Material Handler to support daily warehouse operations. This role is responsible for handling shipping and receiving activities, loading and unloading trucks, processing and fulfilling purchase orders, and ensuring the warehouse remains organized and stocked with necessary materials to support operations.

JobDescription:

• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks.
• Pick, stage, wrap, palletize, and load products for shipment.
• Keep warehouse and dock areas clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
• Accurately process requisitions, work orders, and purchase orders.
• Maintain shipping, receiving, and inventory records.
• Follow all safety, GMP, and company procedures.
• Complete approximately 90 days of training on 1st shift.

KeyRequirements:

• 2-4 years of shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven forklift, reach truck, and pallet jack experience (certification preferred).
• Experience with inventory and shipping documentation.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout an 8+ hour shift.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses
• Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan

About EW Grobbel
EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.