Material Handler - Fast-Paced Plant Logistics & FIFO

Dakkota Integrated Systems; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Dakkota Integrated Systems in Detroit, MI seeks a Material Handler to support material flow and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will stock, move, and stage materials to keep production lines ready and compliant with safety and quality standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent), training for powered industrial trucks, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a focus on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math and documentation skills are required.
• Familiarity with automotive quality standards is a plus.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment including forklift, tugger, and cherry picker.
• Stock and organize materials to support production and inventory control.
• Deliver materials to production lines and ensure full line readiness.
• Maintain FIFO inventory rotation and proper material sequencing.
• Support plant housekeeping, recycling, and material organization initiatives.
• Monitor and report equipment issues and complete daily inspections.
• Participate in inventory counts and material reorganization activities.

Skills

Material handling

Safety procedures

Basic math

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered Industrial Truck certification

Job description

Dakkota Integrated Systems in Detroit, MI seeks a Material Handler to support material flow and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will stock, move, and stage materials to keep production lines ready and compliant with safety and quality standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent), training for powered industrial trucks, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a focus on accuracy and teamwork.