Warehouse Associate

Freight Handlers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) & paid time off

Career Growth: Training and promotion opportunities

Job summary

Freight Handlers in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seeks a motivated individual for a hands-on role involving unloading trailers and restacking pallets. Pay ranges from $17 to $20/hour with weekly pay and full benefits including medical and retirement.

The ideal candidate will have warehouse experience or similar physical work background, possess good communication skills, and be a reliable team player. Working conditions require lifting and moving weights of up to 80 lbs in varying temperatures.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience preferred (order picking, forklift, etc.).
• Ability to lift, walk, bend, and twist most of the workday.
• Team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Unload trailers and restack pallets in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate forklifts and powered pallet jacks safely.
• Handle freight weighing 25–80 lbs throughout the shift.

Skills

Good verbal/written communication skills

Ability to speak, read, and write English

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Earn $17–$20/Hour | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits

Your hustle is your paycheck. The more you move, the more you make—top performers bring home $20, while our average associate earns around $18.

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Earn More, faster: Production pay or $17/hour minimum (whichever is greater)
• Weekly Pay + incentives + referral bonus
• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) & paid time off
• Career Growth: Training, equipment certifications, and promotion opportunities

What You’ll Do:

This is a hands‑on role focused on unloading trailers, breaking down and restacking pallets, and moving 25–80 lbs. with powered equipment used as needed. Safely unload tractor‑trailers in a fast‑paced warehouse setting. Operate forklifts & powered pallet jacks (training provided). Break down and restack pallets. Handle freight weighing 25–80 lbs throughout the shift. Work in varied warehouse temperatures (from -20°F to 110°F).

Work Conditions:

• Lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push, and squat for most of the shift
• Handle 25–80 lb cases and move 50–200+ pallets daily
• Work in temperatures from -20°F to 110°F
• Hear, understand, and respond to speech, machinery alarms, and safety alerts in a moderate to loud environment

What We’re Looking For:

Warehouse experience is preferred (order picking, forklift, etc.), but we also value other physical work experience (construction, landscaping, etc.). Ability to lift, walk, bend, and twist most of the workday. Team player with good communication skills. Willing to work the required schedule.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Good verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to speak, read, and write English for effective communication
• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Interact respectfully and courteously with associates, co‑workers, management, and customers
• Ability to work in a team environment

FHI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.