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Clamp Operator Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Supply Chain 2nd Shift Loader / Unloader

Otsego, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Clamp Truck as a licensed mobile equipment operator. A valid driver's license is required. 9. Must be able to perform all other duties as instructed by Loading/Unloading Supervisor and the Supply ...

Supply Chain 2nd Shift Loader / Unloader

Otsego, MI

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Clamp Truck as a licensed mobile equipment operator. A valid driver's license is required. 9. Must be able to perform all other duties as instructed by Loading/Unloading Supervisor and the Supply ...

Shipper/Receiver

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$18.02/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Minimum one year of experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts. * Clamp truck experience is a plus. * Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. * Experience completing daily ...

Operates gasoline-, liquefied gas-, or electric-powered industrial equipment equipped with lifting devices, such as sit-down, stand-up, clamp or other elevating equipment to push, pull, lift, stack ...

Shipping/Receiving Warehouse

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Operating of computer terminal * As time permits loading trucks with finished goods from lead packing is required. What you Bring: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Previous experience with clamp ...

Shipping/Receiving Warehouse

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Operating of computer terminal * As time permits loading trucks with finished goods from lead packing is required. What you Bring: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Previous experience with clamp ...

Yard Driver-On Property

Coldwater, MI · On-site

$24.60 - $28.10/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Operator roles include Lift Driver, Motorized Pallet Jack, Stock Picker, Clamp Lift and On Property Yard Driver. Benefits & perks At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based ...

Shipper/Receiver

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Minimum one year of experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts. * Clamp truck experience is a plus. * Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. * Experience completing daily ...

Shipping Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Grand Rapids, MI

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Experience with or willingness to learn operating a forklift with attachments (push-pull, clamp, etc) Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision ...

Shipper/Receiver

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$18.02/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Minimum one year of experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts. * Clamp truck experience is a plus. * Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. * Experience completing daily ...

Warehouse Lead

Zeeland, MI · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas. * Complete applicable paperwork (i.e. shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and ...

Warehouse Lead

Zeeland, MI

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas. * Complete applicable paperwork (i.e. shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and ...

Site Training Coordinator

Portage, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... clamp/slip sheet equipment. * Load, unload, and store products and/or materials * Stack and/or ... Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license. * Minimum 6 ...

Site Training Coordinator

Portage, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... clamp/slip sheet equipment. * Load, unload, and store products and/or materials * Stack and/or ... Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license. * Minimum 6 ...

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How much do clamp operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for clamp operator in Michigan is $15.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.04 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clamp operator?

Clamp operators are skilled workers who operate machinery equipped with clamps to move, lift, and secure heavy materials, such as lumber, steel, or large containers, in warehouses, manufacturing plants, or shipping yards. They ensure that materials are safely and efficiently positioned for processing, storage, or transport. Clamp operators must follow safety protocols, perform routine equipment checks, and sometimes assist with loading and unloading shipments. Their work helps maintain workflow efficiency and workplace safety in material-handling environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clamp operator?

To thrive as a Clamp Operator, you need a solid understanding of warehouse operations, forklift driving skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with clamp truck equipment, warehouse management systems, and safety certifications such as OSHA forklift certification are important. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient material handling and help maintain productivity and workplace safety.

What are some common challenges clamp operators face during daily operations, and how can they overcome them?

Clamp Operators often encounter challenges such as handling irregularly shaped or heavy loads, maintaining precision while operating machinery, and ensuring safety during the movement of materials. To overcome these obstacles, operators should be diligent in following safety protocols, participate in regular equipment training, and communicate closely with team members to coordinate movements. Staying updated on maintenance requirements and being proactive in reporting equipment issues can also help prevent accidents and minimize downtime.

What is the difference between Clamp Operator vs Forklift Operator?

AspectClamp Operator

Required CredentialsOSHA certification, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, manufacturing plants, shipping yards
Employer & Industry UsageLogistics, manufacturing, distribution centers
Common Search & ComparisonHandling specific materials, equipment operation

The Clamp Operator specializes in using clamp attachments to handle and move materials, often in warehouses and manufacturing settings. In contrast, a Forklift Operator primarily uses forklifts to lift and transport pallets and heavy loads. While both roles require certification and work in similar environments, their equipment and material handling techniques differ. Understanding these distinctions helps employers and job seekers find the right fit for their skills and industry needs.

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Infographic showing various Clamp Operator job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,736 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Supply Chain 2nd Shift Loader / Unloader

USG Corporation

Otsego, MI • On-site

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


USG rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 540 rated manufacturers


Job description


Employee must be willing and able to learn the operation of forklift trucks. The incumbent will be able to learn how to unload bales of waste paper from trucks and railroad cars and how waste paper will be stacked in the warehouse in an orderly manner. The incumbent will be able to learn how to load rolls of paper on trucks and railcars and how rolls of paper will be placed or stacked in the finished paper warehouse. The incumbent will learn how to maintain housekeeping in the warehouses.
Basic Requirements:
See the Essential Physical Requirements form for this position.
Safety
• Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements for each position to be considered trained.
• Must know, understand, and follow all applicable model programs plus general plant, department, and job specific safety rules.
• Must be able to protect your own personal safety and the safety of others who may be in your work area.
• Must adhere to applicable responsibilities within the plant's emergency response program [First-aid, fire, evacuation, etc.)
• Must actively participate in safety program components such as Safety huddles, USG stretching program, BBS, Take 5's, incident investigations, inspections, and submission of safety improvement ideas.
• Must be able to maintain be proactive to improve good housekeeping practices.
• Must be able to prevent damage to company equipment and materials in areas of assigned responsibility and report damages, incidents, and injuries immediately, when they occur.
• Complete LEAD training as required and all applicable advanced training courses.
• Collaborate with direct supervisors and department leadership as well as Safety Team representatives.
• Must be able to perform this job safely and actively participate in all safety programs. Understand your surroundings and the potential dangers within your work areas.
Continuous Improvement Expectations
• Understand the (4) four categories of standard work and identify existing standards when supporting an area.
o Process Adherence
• 5S, Visual Job Aids, Targets & Setpoints, Alignment Markers, Gauge Markers, Job Plans, Out of Compliance Response Plans (Andone Response Plans), Operator Basic Care (OBC's), and Preventative Maintenance (PM's)
o Reference
• Bulletin Specifications, Engineering Drawings, and Manufacturing Manuals
o Training
• VWI's, Job Breakdown Sheets, Training Videos, and Training Plans
o Leader
• Gemba Walks, Coaching, and Reflection Meetings
• Complete 5S LEAD training and support housekeeping initiatives using 5S principles: Sort, Set-in-Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain.
Job Procedures and Requirements:
1. Must know and practice all applicable plant and department safety rules, and all job safety analysis (JSA's)
2. Must demonstrate the ability to properly follow lock-out and operating procedures of the department as set forth in the Plants Operating Manual and JSA's.
3. Must demonstrate the ability to immediately report to your Supervisor any unsafe condition or defective equipment.
4. Must demonstrate the ability to immediately report to your Supervisor any and all accidents.
5. Must demonstrate the ability to keep areas assigned to you and everything you work with clean and orderly at all times.
6. Must demonstrate the ability to properly maintain a satisfactory level of housekeeping the assigned workstation.
7. Must be able to read, and write and use a computer and read a tape measure.
8. Must demonstrate the ability to learn how to safely operate the Plants Fork Lifts and Clamp Truck as a licensed mobile equipment operator. A valid driver's license is required.
9. Must be able to perform all other duties as instructed by Loading/Unloading Supervisor and the Supply Chain Manager.
Job Procedures and Requirements:
1. Must be able to pick up and safely dispose of broken bands and bale wires and cut wires that are sticking out of bales of waste paper.
2. Must be able to clean and sweep the warehouse and the docks.
3. Must be able to learn the basic driving skills of the Forklift and Clamp Truck.
4. Must be learning how to enter the paper roll data and or the waste paper data in the computers.
5. Must be able to assist in loading and unloading of Trucks and Railcars.
6. Must learn the various grades of Waste Paper.
7. Must learn the various grades of Finish rolls of Paper.
8. Must learn the various contaminates in Waste Paper.
9. Must be available to work 2nd shift.
10. No significant performance/ attendance infractions within the last 36 months.
Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.
Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values - innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety - have helped us become the company we are today.
EOE including disability/veteran
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