Material Handler - 2nd Shift (Automotive Manufacturing)

Drake Enterprises, Inc.; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake Enterprises, Inc. in Clinton Charter Township, MI, is seeking a Material Handler for a 2nd shift (3:15 p.m. – 11:45 p.m.). This full-time role supports production by moving materials and maintaining safety and warehouse organization.

You will load/unload trucks, handle hazardous containers, manage inventory with FIFO, back up shipping/receiving tasks, and assist in packaging. Experience with forklift and overhead crane is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Experience driving a Hilo
• Shipping and Receiving experience (1 year minimum)
• Overhead crane experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks in the shipping/receiving department
• Ensure hazardous containers are securely closed and labeled during handling
• Store hazardous containers in designated marked areas
• Transport materials to operators and to shipping/receiving
• Organize inventory using FIFO to rotate stock
• Assist in packaging or banding containers for shipping
• Back up shipping/receiving by operating the scale and creating labels

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift (Hilo)

Overhead crane

Job description

Description

• This is a 2nd shift position (3:15 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.)**
• This is a 2nd shift position (3:15 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.)**

The Material Handler distributes and collects materials throughout the shop to keep production moving efficiently.

Functions

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading truck in the shipping/receiving department
• Ensures containers with hazardous contents is securely closed and marked prior to loading or unloading and is present during loading and unloading.
• Stores hazardous containers in appropriate marked area
• Transport material to operators as needed
• Transport finished containers to the shipping/receiving department
• Organize and rotate inventory stock using the FIFO method
• Ensure daily the chip dumpsters are not leaking and are properly covered with the tarp provided and recording information in appropriate log
• Assist in product identification and traceability by confirming labels and/or completed travelers match product in container and always accompany moving stock
• Keep all aisles and exit doors clear and accessible
• Works with the shipping/receiving department ensuring dock plates and lights are working and truck drivers are chocking their tires
• Assists SWPPP by reporting any spills to the EMS Representative or the certified SWPPP operator.
• Performs daily preventive maintenance checks on hi-lo and documents daily logs.
• Performs maintenance on hi-lo or contacts maintenance personnel for assistance
• Ensure that any stock moved to the containment area is marked appropriately with a red tag
• Report damaged containers to the Logistics Coordinator for disposition and removal
• Back up for shipping/receiving in operating the scale and producing labels and travelers
• Helps keep back lot organized
• Assists in packaging or banding containers for shipping
• Administers “salt” to dock area and sidewalks and entry ways around the building as needed during the winter months

General Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety and MIOSHA requirements, including power lock out and SWPPP.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Participate in training and meetings.
• Follow all company Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Standards of Conduct policies.
• Report safety or quality concerns in a timely manner.
• Understand and implement Drake Driven Core Values.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Accountability
• Safety awareness
• Teamwork & collaboration
• Planning & organizing
• Time management
• Results driven
• Attention to detail
• Quality focus

Requirements

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Overtime may be required.

Eligibility Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Experience driving a Hilo
• Shipping and Receiving experience (1 year minimum)
• Overhead crane experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks
• Physical stamina for production work

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, chemicals, and temperature changes. PPE required