Material Handler I - Evening Shift, Forklift & Inventory

Stryker; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 61,992,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Wellbeing program

Tuition/education assistance

Job summary

Stryker is seeking a materials handler in Portage, MI to manage the flow of materials in manufacturing areas. You will operate material handling equipment, unpack goods, maintain records, and ensure accurate data entry into the inventory system.

The role requires lifting heavy items, following drawings or packing instructions, and may involve training other staff. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with prior manufacturing experience advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must read and follow established guidelines for materials flow.
• Operate motorized and non-motorized handling equipment as needed.
• Unpack, inspect, and compare goods with PO/invoices.
• Maintain records of received goods and escalate issues.
• Lift/move heavy items and operate forklift when required.
• Prepare/shipment records and comply with documentation procedures.
• Enter data into inventory management system accurately.
• Train others in distribution tasks and safety.
• Work from drawings or documented assembly/packaging instructions.
• Operate computer-related programs.

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain flow of materials in manufacturing areas.
• Record movement of incoming/outgoing materials and supplies.
• May unpack, stock, and distribute goods in inventory.
• May prepare goods for final shipment or production assembly.
• May train others in distribution tasks.
• Operate relevant software and equipment as required.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Data entry

Team training

Reading engineering drawings

Computer programs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management system

Forklift

Job description

Stryker is seeking a materials handler in Portage, MI to manage the flow of materials in manufacturing areas. You will operate material handling equipment, unpack goods, maintain records, and ensure accurate data entry into the inventory system.

The role requires lifting heavy items, following drawings or packing instructions, and may involve training other staff. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with prior manufacturing experience advantageous.