Material Handler II - 1st Shift

Material Handler II - 1st Shift Req #9202 Grand Rapids - H1, 3061 Shaffer Avenue, Kentwood, Michigan, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 1:00 AM What We Want to

Give You:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.

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Job Summary:

The Material Handler who can drive standup reach is responsible for storing, moving, and handling products and materials. Material Handlers work in a structured work environment to minimize safety risks. Material Handlers will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Identifies, transports, packs, removes and disposes of products and materials. Operates standup reach/ forklifts, handcarts, or pallet jacks to pick, replenish, shuttle, and load/unload orders. Maintain inventory levels as directed. Feed lines with product as scheduled or directed by supervision or line leads. Ship and receive materials throughout duration of shift. Operate all equipment in a safe manner. Count, weigh, record numbers of units or materials moved or handled. Ensure that product moved is identified and labeled correctly. Perform required housekeeping to maintain 5S and keep work areas clean, such as sweeping floors, putting trash into containers, and picking stray product up from the floor. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Must be knowledgeable in GMPs or the willingness to learn. Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days. Ability to operate stand-up and extended forklifts. Sufficient math skills. Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures. Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Job Qualifications & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be 18 years of age. Previous Material Handling experience a plus, varies by location.

Work Environment:

This is a manufacturing environment and there will be an exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures. This is a team environment; Material Handlers must be able to work together and communicate in a respectful and professional manner. Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Details Job Family Shipping and Receiving Pay Type Hourly Scan this QR code and apply! Download Grand Rapids - H1, 3061 Shaffer Avenue, Kentwood, Michigan, United States of America