Material Handler/Forklift

Job Full Description

Material Handler/Forklift Driver Job Summary:


A dynamic nation-wide leader and service distributor and fabricator specializing in the fulfillment of conveyor system requirements for the processing, manufacturing, and material handling industry is looking for an experiencing material handle. The product line ranges from all types of conveyor belting, conveying equipment and components, belting accessories, hose and fittings, plastics, gasket, and power transmission products.


Material Handler/Forklift Driver responsibilities:

• Read work orders, packing slips, and sales orders to determine materials required.
• Safe and efficient storage, movement, and documentation of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Move materials from receiving area to production or storage areas.
• Transfer finished goods to shipping and move work-in-progress between departments.
• Weigh and count items to ensure conformance with standards.
• Unload trucks, check in merchandise, and match purchase orders to packing slips.
• Prepare and process parcels for shipment.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and notify supervisors of discrepancies.
• Pick up and deliver orders, stock, and supplies as needed.
• Build, repair, conveyor belts and components.
• Perform belt vulcanizing and other fabrication tasks.
• Assist with equipment setup and assembly in-house or at customer locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area at all times.

Schedule & Pay:

• Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm with overtime as required, company works 7 days a week at times
• $19.00-$23.00/HR

Material Handler/Forklift Driver Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or Shipping & Receiving preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude; experience with fabrication or installation work a plus.
• Material Handler job description last updated 8-11-2025
• Computer literacy for inventory and shipping systems.
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong math and computer skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Apply Now!

• Send your resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io
• Give our office a call: View phone number on click.appcast.io
• Stop by our office: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, Wyoming, MI 49519, Inside the Chateau Centre.

Location: Kentwood, MI


Position Type: Evaluation hire

What Makes Express Employment Professionals Different?


Express Employment Professionals is a local employment agency that has been helping people find great jobs in Grand Rapids since 1996. We focus on helping people find permanent, long term positions at some of the best companies in the area. Every week we are actively working with 130+ companies in the Greater Grand Rapids area.


Express has a wide variety of jobs available, including:

• Light Industrial
• Skilled Trades
• Administrative
• Professional

Benefits of working with Express:

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(K) Savings Plan
• Holiday and Vacation Pay
• Scholarship programs
• Free Online Training

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Grand Rapids, MI
1357
1760 44th St SW
#10
Grand Rapids, MI 49519