Material Handlers

Douglas Dynamics, Inc.; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay: $19/hour

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Douglas Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler in Madison Heights, MI to support fabrication, welding and assembly cells.

You will stock parts, maintain finished part supermarkets, and coordinate replenishment with buyers and planners while upholding 5S and safety standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, operate a forklift and aerial lift license, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current forklift and aerial lift platform license.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Stock FIFO and kitted carts with required parts based on production schedule.
• Restock fabricated and purchased parts in the finished parts supermarket.
• Maintain organization and accuracy of finished parts supermarkets.
• Coordinate replenishment activities to support production needs.
• Operate a hi-lo (forklift) to move, stock, or replenish materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Forklift license

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 75 years, Douglas Dynamics has been North America’s premier manufacturer and upfitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment. Our family of industry-leading brands —

Who We Are

For more than 75 years, Douglas Dynamics has been North America’s premier manufacturer and upfitter of commercial work truck attachments and equipment. Our family of industry-leading brands — FISHER®, SnowEx®, WESTERN®, HENDERSON®, DEJANA®, and VENCO VENTURO® — is trusted for superior innovation, reliability, and performance.

Just as important as what we build is how we build it. We believe our people and culture are critical to our success. At Douglas Dynamics, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and empowered decision-making. We provide the tools, training, and support our employees need to thrive — because when our people succeed, so does our business.

When you join Douglas Dynamics, you become part of a tradition — and a future — where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported.

How We Do It

Our Core Values — Grow, Improve, and Engage — define who we are and guide how we work every day. We bring these values to life through our Winning Behaviors, which shape how we serve our customers, support one another, and succeed together:

• Be Customer & Results Driven – Consider the customer in everything you do and focus on meaningful outcomes.
• Anticipate the Possibilities – See around corners and embrace ideas that move our business forward.
• Collaborate & Care – Work together and support our customers, communities, and each other.
• Communicate Responsibly – Build trust through thoughtful listening and clear communication.
• Develop Self & Others – Take ownership of your growth while helping others do the same.
• Get Better Every Day – Continuous improvement is at the heart of how we work — every day.

THE ROLE

We are seeking Material Handlers to join our team and help drive our continued success. This role plays an important part in supporting our customers, strengthening our business, and contributing to the long‑term growth of Douglas Dynamics.

How You Will Contribute

Performs a variety of duties in support of the company’s fabrication, welding, and assembly cells. Duties include but not limited to stocking FIFO and kitted carts with parts in required quantities based on level loaded production schedule, restock fabricated and purchased parts in finished part supermarket, maintain finished part supermarkets, coordinate replenishment, and communicate potential shortages with Buyer/Planner, perform daily 5S maintenance, other duties as assigned.

In this role, you will leverage your skills, experience, and perspective to make a meaningful impact. You’ll collaborate with teammates across the organization, contribute ideas, and help deliver results that matter for our customers and our business.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Ensuring parts and materials are available to support fabrication, welding, and assembly cells.
• Stock FIFO and kitted carts with required parts and quantities based on the production schedule.
• Restock fabricated and purchased parts in the finished parts supermarket.
• Maintain organization and accuracy of finished parts supermarkets.
• Coordinate replenishment activities to support production needs.
• Operate a hi-lo (forklift) as needed to move, stock, or replenish materials.
• Performs tasks to JIs as trained.
• Maintains safe working conditions and 5S.
• Compliance with regulations, procedures, and policies
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Reports packaging problems, piece part abnormalities/nonconformance, and unusual workplace events to BU lead person or supervisor.
• Uses a variety of unpowered and powered material handling equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Role Needs

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks with little supervision
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current Forklift and Arial lift platform license.

Basic Computer Skills Required.

• Ability to stand, walk, reach above shoulders and outward. Ability to bend, squat and crawl.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

What We Offer You

• Starting pay is $19.00 per hour
• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader
• A comprehensive suite of benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A generous 401k match
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees
• We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Douglas Dynamics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Dynamics, LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.