Material Handlers for hire in Grand Rapids, MI
Find material handlers who specialize in safely moving, loading and unloading goods while operating forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency in logistics operations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Grand Rapids, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills9%Communication Skills8%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED74%Associate's degree11%Vocational or technical training9%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
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Dewys Manufacturing
Holland Special Delivery
Time at current job
2-5 years60%Less than a year20%1-2 years20%
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Last updated: Oct 8, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $41,924 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,133 – $48,645 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Jenison, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitClass DF EndorsementDriver's LicenseAEDCDL+10 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMaterial Handler/ Shipping Coordinator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Hi-LoCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipJust-In-TimeTime ManagementMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsHi-LoOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsQuality InspectionSteel handler, receiving
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationHoisting LicenseSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftCrane OperationOverhead CranesMaterial Handler/Hi-Lo Driver
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationASQC CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10HACCP CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+17 moreSkills
LeadershipCoiled SteelJust-In-TimeAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator/Material Handler
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingHi-LoWarehouse ExperienceLift TruckForkliftMaterials Handling
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What's the average time to fill a material handler role?
The average time to fill a material handler role is 36 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do material handlers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a material handler include: organizational skills, communication skills and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for material handlers?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to material handlers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to material handlers include: material handler/forklift operator, machine operator/forklift operator/material handler and forklift operator/material handler.
What level of education is common for a material handler?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a material handler in Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 11 years of professional experience.
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