Material Handler & Manufacturing Support- 2nd Shift

Acoufelt; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off 15 days

Bonuses

Job summary

Acoufelt is seeking a Night Shift Material Handler to move and stage materials, support CNC production, and ensure continuous workflow on the 2nd shift. The role emphasizes safe forklift operation, organized material storage, and proactive communication with leadership.

Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-focused, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting while lifting up to 60 lbs and complying with all safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain productivity throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and handle materials up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the shift.
• Load, unload, stage, and organize materials to support production flow and minimize downtime.
• Supply CNC operators and production areas with required materials.
• Assist with loading and unloading CNC cutting equipment to maintain continuous operation.
• Monitor material levels and communicate shortages to leadership.
• Maintain organized storage areas and keep spaces clean and efficient.
• Assist with production jobs based on schedules and work orders.
• Support shipping, receiving, and internal material movement as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and forklift operating requirements.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Independent working

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

CNC workflow support

Job description

Material Handler & Manufacturing Support- 2nd Shift

Acoufelt specializes in delivering high-quality soft architectural acoustics solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We work with contractors, ceiling sub-contractors, designers, and architects to provide products that enhance and transform interior workspaces. Our portfolio includes a range of premium soft architectural materials and products designed for commercial projects.

Position Overview

This position is primarily responsible for material handling and supporting production flow throughout the facility during night shift operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient production by ensuring materials are moved, staged, loaded, and delivered where needed to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

This position will regularly operate forklifts and assist CNC production by loading and unloading materials, supporting machine workflow, and helping minimize downtime between jobs. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Night Shift Material Handler will work closely with production leadership and operators to maintain workflow, support production output, and ensure materials are available where and when they are needed.

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

Compensation: $19/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently throughout the shift to move raw materials, finished goods, pallets, and production materials.
• Load, unload, stage, and organize materials to support production flow and minimize downtime.
• Supply CNC operators and production areas with required materials throughout the shift.
• Assist with loading and unloading CNC cutting equipment as needed to maintain continuous operation.
• Monitor material levels and communicate shortages or production concerns to leadership.
• Maintain organized material storage areas and keep production spaces clean and efficient.
• Assist with identifying and preparing production jobs based on schedules and work orders.
• Support shipping, receiving, and internal material movement as needed.
• Follow all company safety procedures and forklift operating requirements.
• Assist with additional manufacturing and production support tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain productivity throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and handle materials consistently throughout the workday.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn CNC workflow and production processes.
• Manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
• CNC or machine support experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 60lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive moments throughout the shift
• Ability to follow written work instructions, SOPs, and safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving machinery.
• Competitive compensation and bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance including a choice of two medical plans, dental, vision, employer paid health savings account, and voluntary accident, hospital, life, critical illness.
• Paid Time Off starting at 15 days with carry over