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1st Shift Material Handler

Peoplelink Staffing
Romulus, MI Other
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions is partnering with a respected client in Romulus, Michigan specializing in Modular Home Manufacturing.

Material Handler Job Summary:

  • Safe operation of a lift truck in both warehouse and production areas

  • Loading, unloading, storage and movement of materials through warehouse and/or production areas

  • Verify the quality of the material sent outbound meets customer expectations

  • Maintain clean and orderly warehouse

  • Adheres to all instructions in a professional manner

  • Pay: $18-20 per hour, based on experience

  • Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm with occasional overtime as needed

Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities:

  • Safely operating forklifts to transport materials in a construction setting & building trades field

  • Loading/unloading material from trucks

  • Maintaining organized warehouse/production inventory

  • Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred

  • Collaborates with employees to maintain organization & delivering materials with urgency

  • Always adheres to safety protocols and follows policies and procedures

  • Other duties as assigned by Management

Material Handler Qualifications:

  • Education: High School Diploma or related field preferred.

  • Experience: 5 years’ experience operating a forklift as well as in the building trades field, previous experience working with diverse populations preferred

  • Previous background in production preferred

  • Regular and predictable attendance required

Other Requirements:

  • Material handling experience.

  • Strong stakeholder service skills.

  • Exceptional dedication to dependability and punctuality.

  • Strong work ethic.

  • Ability to engage a team toward a common mission.

Additional abilities required:

  • Ability to understand directions and read blueprints.

  • Ability to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately.

  • Ability to properly care for and use tools of the trade.

  • Ability to read, write and use micrometers, calipers, tape measures and other related measurement equipment required.

  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic.

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

  • Thorough understanding of carpentry principles and methods.

  • Works well as part of a team.

Why Peoplelink?

  • Friendly, helpful staff
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Available
  • Direct Deposit Program
  • Referral bonus program
  • Debit Card Option


Peoplelink Staffing Solutions, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority.

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Company Description

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Peoplelink’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority.

Salary : $18 - $20

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