2nd Shift Material Handler / Forklift Operator – $16/hr – Monroe, MI – Manufacturing & Shipping

Location: Monroe, Michigan
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Shift: Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Training Schedule: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (up to 1 month)
Industry: Manufacturing / Shipping / Production
Employment Type: Temp to Hire

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team in Monroe, MI

The Advance Group is hiring a 2nd Shift Material Handler / Forklift Operator in Monroe, Michigan for a growing manufacturing facility with long-term opportunities. This hands-on material handling, shipping, and production position combines forklift operation with physical warehouse and manufacturing work.

Candidates should be comfortable with physically demanding work, as forklift operation is only about 20% of the role. If you have experience in manufacturing, shipping, warehouse operations, production, or material handling, this could be an excellent fit.

Material Handler Job Responsibilities

As a 2nd Shift Material Handler in Monroe, MI, you will:

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently throughout the facility
• Receive incoming materials and verify shipping documentation
• Pack out materials from silos according to order specifications
• Perform bulk density testing to meet quality standards
• Stage bag shipments for shipping and distribution
• Notify the Shipping Lead of any non-conforming product
• Pack molded parts according to customer specifications
• Connect long hoses with metal fittings and secure them into place
• Load bead product into semi-trucks for shipment
• Support warehouse, shipping, and production operations as needed

Material Handler & Forklift Requirements

To qualify for this manufacturing and warehouse role, candidates must:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be willing to train on 1st shift for up to one month
• Be able to read and follow work instructions
• Have good math, written communication, and verbal communication skills
• Be comfortable performing physically demanding work
• Have prior manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or forklift experience preferred
• Maintain strong attendance and reliability

Why Work With The Advance Group?

As a Material Handler / Forklift Operator, you’ll receive:

• Affordable health insurance benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Dedicated recruiter support
• Opportunity for long-term employment and growth

For over 35 years, The Advance Group has connected job seekers with leading manufacturing and production employers throughout Michigan and Ohio.

Apply Today

If you are searching for:

• Material Handler jobs in Monroe, MI
• Forklift Operator jobs near Monroe
• 2nd shift warehouse jobs
• Manufacturing jobs in Southeast Michigan
• Shipping and receiving jobs
• Production and warehouse opportunities

Apply today to start your next opportunity with The Advance Group.