Material Handler
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Roseville, MI
Description
Now hiring a hardworking Material Handler for light industrial roles through Synergy Solutions. Join fast-moving teams where reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are rewarded on every shift. This is a great opportunity to build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow within a supportive, fast-paced environment.
Position Overview:
This role plays a key part in ensuring the efficient flow of materials throughout the facility — from incoming shipments to outgoing deliveries. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks safely and efficiently.
• Prepare seats and other products for shipment by transferring materials from carts to pallets, securing shipments with drills and bands, and boxing products for delivery.
• Manage and prioritize HOT or time-sensitive shipments, including handling outgoing FedEx deliveries.
• Maintain and organize the material intake lane to maximize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Support Outside Service (O.S.S.) operations by pulling, staging, and preparing materials and check fixtures for processing.
• Assist the receiving team with dispersing inventory to the appropriate departments and storage locations throughout the facility.
• Monitor and update parts movement within Parts Tracker to ensure expedited processing of priority materials.
• Operate forklifts to transport materials, organize work areas, and properly store pallets and knockdown bins.
• Utilize Epicor ERP and Microsoft Excel to track inventory, shipments, and material flow.
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to support daily operational goals.
Desired Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
Qualifications
• Previous experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or material handling operations required.
• Forklift operation experience required; certification preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems such as Epicor.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with shipping systems such as FedEx or UPS software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement practices.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 250 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
Work Environment
• Fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and varying warehouse temperatures.
• PPE required as designated by company safety standards.
EEOC:
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employee must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.