Material Handler

Manpower, Inc.; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Permanent hire potential

Industry leader

Career advancement including CDL

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Taylor, MI is seeking a Material Handler to join a fast-paced warehouse and yard team. You will operate a sit-down forklift, load and unload trucks, pick and stage orders, and verify shipments to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires forklift experience, the ability to lift 50–80 lbs, and adherence to safety procedures in both outdoor and indoor environments. First shift runs 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM with competitive pay and potential for permanent hire.

Qualifications

• Sit-down forklift experience is required.
• Experience loading/unloading trucks is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when verifying materials and orders.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to support warehouse and yard needs.
• Load and unload semi-trucks with roofing and construction materials.
• Pick, pull, and stage customer orders to keep workflow moving.
• Receive inbound shipments and verify against Bills of Lading and packing slips.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory checks, assist customers with pickups.

Skills

Forklift operation

Truck loading/unloading

Attention to detail

Lift 50-80 lbs

Safety procedures

Job description

Ready to take charge of a fast-paced warehouse and yard operation where your focus, safety mindset, and hands-on work make a real difference? Our client is seeking a Material Handler to join their team in Taylor, MI. In this role, you’ll support daily warehouse, yard, and customer operations by moving materials efficiently, helping keep orders accurate, and ensuring the right products get to the right place—on time.

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Taylor, MI

Pay Range: $18.00-$21.00+/Hour

Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift (Hi-Lo) to support daily warehouse and yard needs.
• Load and unload semi-trucks with roofing and construction materials.
• Pick, pull, and stage customer orders to keep workflow moving.
• Receive inbound supplier shipments and verify materials against Bills of Lading and packing slips.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory checks, and assist customers and contractors with product pickups.

What's Needed?

• Previous sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when verifying materials and orders.
• Ability to lift 50-80 lbs consistently.
• Comfortable working in outdoor and indoor environments, following all safety procedures and standards.

What's in it for me?

• Competitive pay of $18-$21+/hour based on experience.
• Opportunity for permanent hire.
• Stable and reputable industry leader.
• Career advancement opportunities, including potential CDL training and development.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)