Forklift Driver - Material Handler Job Listing at Kelly Services in Bronson, MI (Job ID 10101001)

Description

Schedule:
Monday-Friday 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Position Summary:
We are looking for a reliable and meticulous individual to fill the position of Material Handler within our organization. Candidates should possess strong organizational abilities and previous experience related to warehousing, inventory oversight, and shipping/receiving functions. The Material Handler will manage shipment records, coordinate customer order packaging, and ensure that the work area remains clean and organized. This is a physically active role within a dynamic manufacturing environment, ideal for someone detail-oriented who can perform tasks independently or as part of a team.
Primary Duties:
Shipping & Receiving:

• Oversee documentation and records for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Input key shipment information, such as weights, fees, damages, and irregularities, for follow-up and auditing.
• Accept, unpack, check, and log incoming materials in accordance with ISO guidelines.
• Replenish and organize packing supplies to sustain efficient inventory levels.
• Spend approximately 75% of time on forklift, additional time will be spend handling materials and completing other tasks.

Materials Processing & Inventory Management:

• Retrieve items required for direct manufacturing applications.
• Organize inventory for efficient storage and accessibility.
• Enter and update precise inventory records for ongoing tracking.

Order Preparation & Packaging:

• Prepare goods for distribution by packing, sealing, labeling, and posting items.
• Comply with defined packaging standards and requirements for each order.
• Securely wrap and bundle outbound packages for safe transportation.

Safety and Facility Maintenance:

• Load and offload shipments while following safe material handling practices.
• Keep the work area free of hazards and maintain an orderly environment.
• Abide by organizational safety guidelines and operational rules.
• Operate warehouse vehicles and equipment, including forklifts, as necessary.

Required Experience and Abilities:
Knowledge:

• Five years or more in warehouse or production environments preferred.
• Experienced in using Microsoft Office for communication and record-keeping.
• Strong grasp of warehouse workflow and inventory management practices.
• 3+ Years Hilo Operating Experience, experience as a trainer is a plus.

Skills:

• Capable of correctly reading and processing shipping paperwork and packing lists.
• Knowledgeable in safe handling and optimal packing methods for materials.
• Certified or experienced in forklift operation.
• Self-driven, dependable, and able to work without constant supervision.

Physical Demands:

• Must regularly lift boxes weighing up to 55 pounds from ground level to work surfaces.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout a typical 9.5-hour workday.
• Move collections of parts weighing up to 200 pounds across distances up to 100 feet.
• Frequently stretch and reach to manage items from various containers and conveyors.
• Willingness to bend, squat, and twist in the handling of parts.
• Repetitive wrist movements when inserting or removing items from machinery.

Work Conditions:
The role is performed in a busy production facility where safety glasses are mandatory at all times. Workers can expect temperature fluctuations (from 45°F to 110°F), as well as exposure to dust, fumes, and some hazardous substances or oils.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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