Material Handler (1st shift)

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Sandusky, MI

Industry: Manufacturing (Multiple Industries)

Environment: Production, Warehouse, Logistics, Shipping & Receiving

Pay:

1st shift: $16.19/hr

2nd shift: $16.69/hr

Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit or Pay Card

Over Time (1.5x): After 40 hrs/wk

Shift:

1st (Mon - Thurs 6:00 am – 4:30pm)

2nd (Mon - Thurs 4:30 pm – 3:00 am)

Will train on 1st Shift For 2 Weeks

Frequent Fridays (8 hour shift) and Saturdays (6 hour shift)

Approximately 40-55 hours per week

Benefits:

Spark Health Benefits start on first day!

Referral Bonuses ($100 per referral) – ask for details!

Upon Hire In: 401k with contributions with up to 7% matching

Upon Hire In: Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonuses

Upon Hire In: Performance Reviews and Raises every 6 months

Over-Time Available

PTO available

Paid Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Job Summary:

As a global leader in technology and engineering, this facility is seeking a highly skilled Material Handler to join our manufacturing team in Sandusky, MI. For over 125 years, the Sandusky plant has been at the forefront of automation and innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and sustainability across industries such as energy, industrial automation, and commercial markets. Our products help customers across the world maximize their productivity and reduce their environmental footprint. To be successful, you must embody great attitude, attendance, and performance, prioritizing quality, safety, and attention to detail.

Job Description:

Material Handling & Inventory Management: Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials, ensuring that quantities, specifications, and quality standards meet the company's requirements. Accurately track and record inventory levels to support production schedules.

Transportation of Materials: Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move materials throughout the warehouse and production areas. Ensure proper placement of materials in the correct storage locations, ensuring efficient space utilization and easy accessibility.

Loading & Unloading Shipments: Load and unload trucks and delivery vehicles, ensuring that all materials are safely handled and delivered to the correct areas on time. Verify the accuracy of shipping documentation and ensure proper labeling and packing of materials.

Stocking & Organization: Organize materials in the warehouse, ensuring proper identification, and classification of products. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of material locations and assist in periodic physical inventory counts.

Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety standards, including the proper handling of hazardous materials (if applicable), and follow all company policies regarding safe equipment operation, material handling, and storage practices.

Other: All supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements as assigned.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent

2+ years Warehouse Experience

Ability to measure forklifts, pallet jacks, push carts

Punctuality, positivity, team player attitude

Ability to lift up to 25-30 lbs unassisted and stand for up to 10 hours per day

Ability to differentiate colors

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Must be willing to submit to background check and drug screening

Must own a pair of steel toed boots or steel toed shoes

About Spark Talent Acquisition:

Spark Talent Acquisition is a Michigan-headquartered recruiting and staffing company that connects great talent with great employers. We understand that building the right team is vital to success. Listening to our clients and creating customized workforce strategies is at the core of what we do. We pride ourselves in team development as it matches our purpose as an organization to help people grow.