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Line Loader Jobs in Detroit, MI (NOW HIRING)

Workbox Staffing

1st Shift - Material Handler

Canton, MI · On-site

$17/hr

Load and unload materials to support assembly line operations. * Product Tracking: Scan products using RF hand scanners and ensure accurate inventory tracking. * Quality & Labeling: Inspect products ...

QuestSpecialty

Aerosol Production Wayne

Wayne, MI · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

... line operations including filling, labeling, packing, and palletizing finished goods. * Support machine operators during product changeovers, setups, and cleanups. * Load and unload materials and ...

DRiV

Product Manager

Southfield, MI · On-site

This role manages product-line coverage, specifications, pricing strategy, profitability, and ... Create customer-specific load templates and support product-data requirements. * Assist with ...

DRiV

Product Manager

Southfield, MI · On-site

This role manages product-line coverage, specifications, pricing strategy, profitability, and ... Create customer-specific load templates and support product-data requirements. * Assist with ...

MBOzaak

Class A Owner - Operator OTR Driver

Detroit, MI · On-site

$5.0K - $8.0K/wk

Very high percentage take home with load volume even in the worst market conditions - We keep it ... Option for 88% of line haul with a $250 deduction for cargo and liability weekly. * Trailer tags ...

Staffing Synergies

Forklift Operator -Detroit

Detroit, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

Unload inbound trucks and load outbound trucks. Transport finished jobs, goods, and pallets in process to their designated warehouse locations. * Line Support: Supply the production line with ...

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How much do line loader jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for line loader in Detroit, MI is $17.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $18.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Line Loader vs Material Handler?

AspectLine LoaderMaterial Handler
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing lines, assembly plantsWarehouses, distribution centers
Industry UsageManufacturing, productionLogistics, warehousing
Job FocusLoading/unloading products on assembly linesMoving, storing, and organizing materials

While both roles involve manual labor in industrial settings, a Line Loader primarily focuses on loading and unloading products on manufacturing lines, ensuring smooth production flow. In contrast, a Material Handler manages the movement and storage of materials within warehouses or distribution centers. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and career goals.

How can I become a line loader?

To become a line loader, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and physical stamina for lifting and standing for long periods. On-the-job training is common, and some employers may require safety certifications or experience operating machinery. Good communication skills and attention to safety are important for success in this role.
Line Loader jobs near you
Infographic showing various Line Loader job openings in Detroit, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,039 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Foreman (Fiber - Joint Use)

Madison Heights, MI

Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co. LLC
Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co. LLCexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

EOE: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/ national origin/disability

Essential Functions:

  • Repairs and maintains major cable system and structures such as broken lashing, replacing or re-sagging aerial strand, pole transfers, down-guys, aerial to underground conversion, substructure repairs and cable replacements related to system outages, maintenance, rebuilds and emergencies or hazards.
  • Reads and interprets work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task.
  • Performs construction work such as digging holes, climbing telephone poles, placing and removing poles and anchors, pulling and stringing wire/cable from pole to pole, laying cable and conduit in the ground.
  • Operates power equipment such as compressors, pumps, blowers, hydraulic diggers, and hydraulic aerial lifts mounted on trucks.
  • Uses test equipment to check for gas in manholes; may be required to empty water and other debris from manholes.
  • Dismantles, moves, and removes aerial, underground or building wire, cable associated equipment and hardware.
  • Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
  • Responds to and participates in emergency and outage situations that require heavy construction capabilities.
  • Ensures that all work considers the safety of the customer and general public and compliance with all governmental orders.
  • Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions.
  • Complete daily production reports and As-Built documentation on prints.

Qualifications / Experience:

  • Valid Class A CDL preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of approved practices, procedures, tools, and materials used in telecom line construction work.
  • Identify differences in wire and cable colors.
  • Required to lift moderately heavy equipment, such as telephone line; climb structures; and stand for long periods of time.
  • Knowledge of first aid procedures and CPR.
  • Ability to apply mathematic calculations (Example: fractions for use in drilling and pole sizing; calculating material and hardware length for assembling several pieces of equipment to poles of different thickness and circumferences.)
  • Ability to work in a confined space and at high elevations (poles, hydraulic lift buckets, ladders.
  • Ability to apply logical principles and thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
  • Willing to perform work to support the values and goals of the Company.

Physical demands:

  • Climb up and down poles, ladders, machinery, and other objects.
  • Push, pull, reach, and carry objects such as tools, materials and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
  • Load and unload tools and equipment on truck.
  • Coordinate movement of eyes, hands, fingers, and feet.
  • Vision including depth perception, close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
  • All work is performed at remote locations; driving and sitting are required.
  • All work is outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions.
  • Working in confined spaces.

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