Heavy Lift Warehouse Associate

Heavy Lift Warehouse Associate

Our client, a leading transportation and logistics provider, is seeking Heavy Lift Warehouse Associates to join their team. As a Heavy Lift Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the Warehouse Operations team supporting shipping, receiving, freight handling, and distribution activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Heavy Lift Warehouse Associate

Location: Canton, MI

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Position Type: Full-Time

Available Shifts: 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts

What's the Job?

• Load and unload freight from trailers while maintaining productivity, accuracy, and safety standards.
• Pick, stage, sort, and distribute materials throughout the warehouse to support daily shipping and receiving operations.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing freight to verify shipment accuracy and identify any discrepancies or damage.
• Utilize handheld scanners and warehouse management systems to track inventory and update shipment information.
• Support inventory counts, warehouse organization, and general housekeeping activities to ensure efficient operations.

What's Needed?

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the shift.
• Basic English communication skills to understand safety procedures, work instructions, and shipment documentation.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn warehouse technology and inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced warehouse environment.

What's in it for me?

• Competitive starting pay of $18.00 per hour.
• Multiple shift options available to fit your schedule.
• Opportunity to work with one of the nation's leading transportation and logistics organizations.
• Team-oriented environment with strong operational leadership and support.
• Potential for long-term opportunities and career growth based on performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse, distribution center, dock, or freight handling experience.
• Experience loading and unloading trailers in a high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with handheld scanners, RF devices, and inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and logistics operations.
• Experience working in transportation, logistics, or supply chain environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials up to 75 pounds.
• Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, and manual material handling.
• Ability to manually load and unload trailers throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely around warehouse equipment, freight, and moving vehicles.