Material Handler

Active Dynamics; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health benefits

401K matching

Advancement opportunities

Vacation packages

Job summary

Active Dynamics Novi is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to ensure timely material flow to production lines and final distribution. You will move raw materials, stage inventory, and support ERP‑driven stock accuracy in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires reading work orders, maintaining orderly storage, and operating PIT equipment safely. Overtime, weekends, and evenings may be required to meet production schedules and customer demands.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Written and oral aptitude in English.
• Experience with ERP and Inventory Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials and in‑process assemblies to production areas on schedule.
• Deliver materials to production areas in correct quantity and condition.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT) safely and perform basic inspections.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and update stock levels in ERP system.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventories to prevent stockouts.
• Prepare kits from pick lists and enter received goods into the system.

Skills

Strong mathematical aptitude

ERP software

Inventory management systems

Reading and interpreting work orders/p

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Material Handler

Active Dynamics Group is a leader in the design, testing, and manufacturing of exhaust systems for a broad range of global customers. With more than 1000 associates worldwide—many of whom have been with our company for over 30 years—our global footprint ensures we can execute through state‑of‑the‑art processes within North America, Europe, and South and East Asia.

We offer competitive compensation, group benefits, RRSP matching and plenty of advancement opportunities. If you are an ambitious, self‑motivated and driven individual looking for an ideal company to launch your new career and/or to continue to grow and develop in your current role, you are encouraged to apply!

As a world leader in the design and manufacturing industry, Active Dynamics Novi is seeking an eager and enthusiastic Material Handler to join our successful Novi team immediately. We are looking for a talent with solid professional skills.

Purpose of Position

Ensures orderly production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies where needed, and staging finished product final distribution. Contributes to the orderly operation of stock and/or materials storage area.

Duties and Responsibilities

Material Transport & Equipment Operation

• Transport raw materials and in‑process assemblies to specific production areas on schedule to maintain workflow
• Ensure materials are delivered to production areas in the correct quantity and condition to support production schedules
• Safely operate powered industrial trucks (PIT), including forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and hoists
• Perform pre‑use safety inspections on equipment and conduct basic operator maintenance

Inventory Control & Tracking

• Catalog, label, and store materials in designated warehouse locations
• Utilize ERP systems or inventory software to update stock levels, log work orders, and track material movement
• Maintain inventory accuracy through timely and accurate material transactions in the ERP system
• Conduct routine cycle counts and physical inventory checks to ensure system accuracy and prevent stockouts
• Assist with investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies identified through cycle counts and physical inventories
• Utilize material pick lists for preparing kits for production
• Create and submit proper documentation as required
• Enter received goods into the inventory system as per existing policies and procedures
• Report discrepancies or anomalies of incoming goods/cycle counts per procedures
• Issue materials to work orders per the pick lists in the ERP system

Safety & Workplace Maintenance

• Adhere strictly to OSHA safety guidelines and facility protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment to eliminate safety hazards and optimize space
• Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirement

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification
• Written and oral aptitude in English

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong mathematical aptitude
• Experience with working with ERP and Inventory Management Systems
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, pick lists, receiving documents, and inventory reports
• Strong administrative skills
• Conscientious and punctual
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) forklift certification is an advantage
• Availability to work overtime including weekends and evenings when necessary
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of what an employee must possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear; will occasionally climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

Other Details

• Competitive compensation and vacation packages based on current industry norms
• Group health benefits
• 401K matching
• Advancement opportunities and lateral movement based on personal interest and qualification

Contact

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To be considered, candidates must be eligible to work in the USA. If you are interested in applying, please send us your resume demonstrating your qualifications, skills, and experience.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Active Dynamics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Active Dynamics provides accommodation support throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.