Material Handler & Backup Driver 1st Shift

Forte Opening Solutions; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Opening Solutions in Howell, MI is seeking a dependable Material Handler to support production and warehouse operations. The role requires handling materials safely, following SOPs, and using hand and power tools while maintaining quality standards.

You may occasionally drive a box truck as a backup, requiring a Chauffeur’s license. The job involves lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• 1 year of forklift experience.
• Must have Chauffeur’s license or willing to obtain one within 90 days of employment (will be reimbursed).
• Kneeling, squatting, stooping, twisting, and standing in place for extended periods.
• Work with products up to 50lbs throughout the day.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Move materials safely and efficiently within production areas and warehouses.
• Follow written work instructions and SOPs to perform routine tasks.
• Perform occasional non-routine tasks with planning, evaluation and safety precautions.
• Use pneumatic, mechanical, electric, and hand tools to complete tasks.
• Ensure quality defects are rejected and removed from production to prevent escapes.
• Occasionally act as a box truck backup driver for deliveries to business and warehouse locations (no residential).

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift experience

Physical stamina

Tool use

Background check clearance

Safety awareness

Education

Driver's license (Chauffeur)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Pay and Shift

Pay range: $21.50 - $23.50, based on years of experience.

Pay range: $21.50 - $23.50, based on years of experience.

1ST Shift: Monday through Friday 6am – 2:30pm or 8am – 4:30pm.

General Duties

A Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient operations movement of materials within production, warehouses, or loading and unloading trucks.

Follow written work instructions and SOP’s to perform routine tasks.

Perform occasional non-routine tasks with careful planning, evaluation, and safety pre-cautions.

Utilize a variety of pneumatic, mechanical, electric, and hand tools to perform tasks.

Ensure quality defects are rejected and removed from production, preventing quality escapes to customers.

Occasionally act as a box truck backup driver as needed, to make deliveries to business and warehouse, no residential deliveries.

Requirements

• One year of manufacturing experience.
• One year of forklift experience
• Must have Chauffeur’s license or willing to obtain one within 90 days of employment (will be reimbursed) to act as a backup driver as needed
• Kneeling, squatting, stooping, twisting, and standing in place for extended periods
• Work with products up to 50lbs throughout the day.
• Experience with hand and power tools
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Notice

USA Wood Doors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with federal and state disability laws and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform your job duties, please let company representative know.