Material Handlers

Douglas Dynamics; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay of $19.00 per hour

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading equipment manufacturer located in Madison Heights, Michigan, is seeking a Material Handler to support fabrication, welding, and assembly operations. The ideal candidate will have a forklift license and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision. Starting pay is $19.00 per hour, with a competitive salary based on experience and opportunities for advancement. Benefits include profit sharing and a comprehensive suite of offerings for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks with little supervision.
• Current forklift and aerial lift platform license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, reach above shoulders and outward, bend, squat and crawl.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in support of the company's fabrication, welding, and assembly cells.
• Stock FIFO and kitted carts with parts in required quantities based on the production schedule.
• Restock fabricated and purchased parts in the finished parts supermarket.
• Maintain finished part supermarkets, ensuring organization and accuracy.
• Coordinate replenishment and communicate potential shortages with Buyer/Planner.
• Perform daily 5S maintenance and maintain safe working conditions.
• Operate a hi-lo forklift as needed to move, stock, or replenish materials.
• Use a variety of powered and unpowered material-handling equipment.
• Perform tasks as trained and report packaging problems, piece part abnormalities/nonconformance, and unusual workplace events to the BU lead or supervisor.
• Participate in company training programs and work effectively in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks

Current forklift and aerial lift platform license

Basic computer skills

Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Job description

Career Opportunities with Douglas Dynamics

A great place to work.

Douglas Dynamics is North America’s premier manufacturer and upfitter of work truck attachments and equipment. Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally.

Position: Material Handler (Mon–Thu 6:00–16:30, Fri 6:00–16:30 with overtime as needed)

Core Values

• Be Customer & Results Driven
• Anticipate the Possibilities
• Communicate Responsibly
• Develop Self & Others
• Get Better Every Day

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in support of the company’s fabrication, welding, and assembly cells.
• Stock FIFO and kitted carts with parts in required quantities based on the production schedule.
• Restock fabricated and purchased parts in the finished parts supermarket.
• Maintain finished part supermarkets, ensuring organization and accuracy.
• Coordinate replenishment and communicate potential shortages with Buyer/Planner.
• Perform daily 5S maintenance and maintain safe working conditions.
• Operate a hi‑lo forklift as needed to move, stock, or replenish materials.
• Use a variety of powered and unpowered material‑handling equipment.
• Perform tasks as trained and report packaging problems, piece part abnormalities/nonconformance, and unusual workplace events to the BU lead or supervisor.
• Participate in company training programs and work effectively in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks with little supervision.
• Current forklift and aerial lift platform license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, reach above shoulders and outward, bend, squat and crawl.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

What We Offer

Starting pay of $19.00 per hour, competitive salary commensurate with experience, profit sharing for all full‑time employees, a comprehensive suite of benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

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.