Material Handler Jobs in Romulus, MI

A Material Handler in the logistics industry plays a crucial role in managing the supply chain process. They are responsible for physically moving materials, both raw and finished, within a warehouse, factory, or retail environment, ensuring the right goods reach the right location at the right time. They also might be involved in the processing, packaging, and shipping of orders. Material Handlers are often required to operate machinery such as forklifts, maintain inventory records, and ensure workplace safety by adhering to proper handling procedures.

Some of the important skills a Material Handler should possess include physical stamina and strength, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Having a certification in forklift operation or a similar field can give a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Material Handler, individuals might have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Package Handler, or Shipping and Receiving Clerk. These roles provide the opportunity to gain experience in handling materials, operating machinery, and understanding logistics operations.

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DC Materials Handler - Returns

  • O'Reilly Automotive Stores
  • Belleville, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Belleville, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 26 days ago

Perform one or more warehouse duties such as the unloading, reboxing, or checking involved in the processing of all inbound returns and outbound merchandise to vendors. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS...

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Warehouse Associate

  • ResourceMFG
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Material Movement Move pallets, stage materials, and support production or shipping needs as assigned. General Warehouse Upkeep Maintain a clean, hazard-free environment across all work areas....

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Pallet Handler Forklift Operator

  • ResourceMFG
  • Brownstown, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brownstown, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Forklift Operation Operate stand-up, sit-down, or reach trucks to move and stage pallets Pallet Staging Place pallets in correct staging lanes Pallet Sorting Separate new pallets...

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Warehouse, Worker Formula

  • Performance Food Group
  • Romulus, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Romulus, MI
  • 5 hours ago

Perform daily safety check of the assigned forklift / pallet jack in accordance with company policy....

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Facility General Laborer

  • Sherwin Williams
  • Oak Park, MI (20 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Oak Park, MI (20 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 5 hours ago

handling equipment (for example: forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies, conveyor belts, etc.)...

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Material Handler - 2nd Shift

  • Monroe, MI (21 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Monroe, MI (21 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 6 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safely operate lift trucks and other material handling equipment....

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Production - Forklift Operator

  • Crown Staffing
  • Brownstown Township, MI (7 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Brownstown Township, MI (7 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 hours ago

pack items for shipment with a forklift Work with inventory control on correct product placement Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet...

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Forklift Operator

  • GFL Environmental
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 12 hours ago

Operate facility forklifts and/or loaders to assist with material movement at the recycling facility and in accordance to all company and OSHA standards regarding safety. Perform daily pre-trip...

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Forklift Operator

  • Ryder System
  • Brownstown, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brownstown, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 13 hours ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring Full Time Permanent Material Handlers in Brownstown, Michigan....

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 16 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Warehouse Worker- Auditor 1st Shift

  • Penske Truck Leasing
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities: Responsible for completing physical inventories, random audits and reconciliations Track and report non-conforming product Perform full audits on picked pallet for Focus and New...

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Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • FedEx
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Livonia, MI (11 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time

  • Frito Lay
  • Plymouth, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MI (14 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

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Warehouse Material Handler

  • US Venture
  • Wixom, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wixom, MI (24 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 1 day ago

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to...

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Packer

  • DHL
  • Belleville, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belleville, MI (6 miles from Romulus, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Transport orders to shipping locations utilizing manual material handling equipment. Repack and weigh orders that require special handling....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Romulus, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Romulus, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Romulus, MI
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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