Material Handler

Bay Insulation Systems; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account option

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts

Company events & recognition

Job summary

Bay Family of Companies in Lansing, MI is seeking a Material Handler to help keep production lines moving, manage materials, and support shipments and inventory. You’ll operate forklifts and ensure accurate material flow across the facility, contributing to a safe and efficient workspace.

This full-time role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability. The position offers comprehensive benefits, competitive PTO, and opportunities to grow with our expanding Lansing operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of manufacturing, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to become certified upon hire.
• Ability to accurately read and follow work orders and shipping documents.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, transport, and stage raw materials and finished products.
• Operate forklifts and other approved material-handling equipment.
• Keep production supplied with the correct materials to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Prepare, package, and process outgoing shipments.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders and shipping documents.
• Identify and report damaged, missing, or incorrect materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and material movement records.
• Complete Bills of Lading, Picking Lists, Packing Slips, and other documentation.
• Perform quality checks on product condition, labeling, and documentation.
• Complete daily forklift safety inspections and report equipment concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Help us build something new in Lansing! The Bay Family of Companies is growing, and we're looking for a

Description

Help us build something new in Lansing! The Bay Family of Companies is growing, and we're looking for a Material Handler to join our team at our new Lansing, Michigan location.

As a Material Handler, you'll play an essential role in keeping our production operation running smoothly. You'll make sure the right materials are in the right place at the right time—supporting production, preparing shipments, managing inventory, and safely operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment.

This is a great opportunity to join a new operation, become an important part of the team, and build a long-term career with a company that values its employees.

Why Join Us?

Benefits

At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees and their families. As a full-time employee, you'll have access to a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Wellness program with incentives
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Health Savings Account option
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Employee discounts
• Company events and recognition programs

What You'll Do

As a Material Handler, you'll help keep materials and finished products moving safely and efficiently throughout our facility.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Safely load, unload, transport, and stage raw materials and finished products
• Operate forklifts and other approved material-handling equipment
• Keep production supplied with the correct materials to maintain an efficient workflow
• Prepare, package, and process outgoing shipments
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders and shipping documents
• Identify and report damaged, missing, or incorrect materials
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and material movement records
• Complete Bills of Lading, Picking Lists, Packing Slips, and other required documentation
• Perform quality checks to verify product condition, labeling, and documentation
• Complete daily forklift safety inspections and report equipment concerns
• Safely secure loads and follow designated traffic and storage procedures
• Keep aisles, work areas, and storage locations clean and organized
• Work closely with production and shipping teams to help ensure orders are completed and shipped on time

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, safety-conscious, organized, and takes pride in keeping things moving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of manufacturing, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred
• Valid forklift certification or ability to become certified upon hire
• Ability to accurately read and follow work orders and shipping documents
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer and inventory-system skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain active throughout the shift
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and productive workplace

Be Part of the Beginning

This isn't just another material handling job. It's an opportunity to join our Lansing team as we build a new operation. You'll have the chance to make an impact from the start, learn our processes, work alongside a growing team, and contribute directly to keeping production running successfully. If you're looking for steady, full-time work with benefits and an opportunity to grow, we'd like to hear from you.

Benefits

At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees & their families.

• Health benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance. A wellness program with incentives.
• Financial security with a 401(k) with a generous company match, a Health Savings Account option, and life & disability insurance for unexpected events.
• Work-Life balance supported by a generous amount of paid time off and holidays to recharge.
• Additional perks include employee discounts, company events and recognition programs.

This employment advertisement is not applicable to individuals who reside in the states of California or Colorado.