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Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator Jobs in Detroit, MI

DWM Holdings

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Warren, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

... containers to be moved * Continuously determines the material required for each production order and stages the materials in each Zone for the operator to maintain production process flow * Loads and ...

DWM Holdings

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Warren, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

... or containers to be moved. • Continuously determines the material required for each production ... the operator to maintain production process flow. • Loads and unloads materials onto or from ...

DWM Holdings

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Warren, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

... or containers to be moved. • Continuously determines the material required for each production ... the operator to maintain production process flow. • Loads and unloads materials onto or from ...

Aerotek

Material Handler

Ferndale, MI · On-site

$18/hr

This role involves operating and managing filler machines, ensuring they fill plastic containers ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical ...

DP World

Material Handler

Trenton, MI

$15 - $18.25/hr

Moves items from bulk containers or racks, shelves, or in bins according to a predetermined ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

syncreon

Material Handler

Trenton, MI · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Moves items from bulk containers or racks, shelves, or in bins according to a predetermined ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

syncreon

Material Handler

Trenton, MI · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Moves items from bulk containers or racks, shelves, or in bins according to a predetermined ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

Archway

Temporary Forklift Driver

Belleville, MI · On-site

$18.60/hr

Material Handler Type: Temporary Pay Rate: $18.60 Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ... Key Results Areas Safe & efficient operation of all the power-operated equipment that requires ...

Archway

Temporary Forklift Driver

Belleville, MI · On-site

$16.10/hr

Material Handler Type: Temporary Pay Rate: $16.10 Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ... Key Results Areas Safe & efficient operation of all the power-operated equipment that requires ...

Rheinmetall

1st Shift Material Handler

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Material Handler Summary Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work ... containers. * Loads truck for Industrial Truck Operator. * Stacks or assembles materials into ...

American Rheinmetall

1st Shift Material Handler

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Material Handler Summary Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work ... containers. * Loads truck for Industrial Truck Operator. * Stacks or assembles materials into ...

GCG Companies

Temporary Forklift Driver

Belleville, MI · On-site

$18.60/hr

Material Handler Type: Temporary Pay Rate: $18.60 Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ... Key Results Areas Safe & efficient operation of all the power-operated equipment that requires ...

Archway

Temporary Forklift Driver

Belleville, MI · On-site

$16.10/hr

Material Handler Type: Temporary Pay Rate: $16.10 Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ... Key Results Areas Safe & efficient operation of all the power-operated equipment that requires ...

NAL Syncreon

Material Handler

Trenton, MI

$15 - $18.25/hr

Moves items from bulk containers or racks, shelves, or in bins according to a predetermined ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

Loc Performance

1st Shift Material Handler

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Material Handler Summary Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work ... containers. * Loads truck for Industrial Truck Operator. * Stacks or assembles materials into ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary empty container handler operator in Detroit, MI is $18.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $19.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator vs Yard Equipment Operator?

AspectTemporary Empty Container Handler OperatorYard Equipment Operator
CredentialsTypically requires certification in container handling and safety trainingRequires general equipment operation certification, may include container handling
Work EnvironmentPorts, container yards, shipping terminalsContainer yards, warehouses, logistics facilities
Industry UsageShipping, freight, logisticsLogistics, warehousing, transportation
Job FocusHandling and moving empty containers specificallyOperating various yard equipment, including containers and other cargo handling machinery

The Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator specializes in handling empty shipping containers, often requiring specific certifications. In contrast, Yard Equipment Operators may operate a variety of equipment within logistics environments, including containers. While both roles involve equipment operation in port or yard settings, the handler operator focuses on container-specific tasks, making their skills more specialized for container handling tasks.

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Material Handler - 2nd Shift

DWM Holdings

Warren, MI • On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

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Job description

Material Handler

DWM Holdings is looking to fill a 2nd shift Material Handler position. This position is responsible for carrying out inventory management. This person reports directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager, works closely with the Procurement Department, and is a member of the company's Production team.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out cycle counts in all zones in the timing required by procurement and production departments
  • Carry out organization of all zones raw material stock in each zone
  • Assist in loading and unloading of all materials
  • Assuring paperwork is properly carried out and properly documented in ERP system
  • Assist production in any pole tracking and organization on production floors
  • Assist in continuous improvement projects pertaining to all zones

Other Responsibilities:

  • Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near the plant, yard, or work site
  • Reads work orders and follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
  • Continuously determines the material required for each production order and stages the materials in each Zone for the operator to maintain production process flow
  • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by crane, forklift or by hand
  • Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools
  • Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to destination, using hand-operated crane or hoist
  • Assembles crates to contain products using hand tools and precut lumber
  • Restocks Zone bins, baskets, racks, pallets and cabinets within or near plant
  • Receives materials into facility and confirms materials against invoices to verify accuracy of the delivery; assists in inventory management

Requirements:

  • Experience in inventory management
  • Experience in shipping/receiving
  • Experience in reading BOM's and BOL's
  • Experience in manufacturing production facilities
  • Great communication skills
  • Microsoft office use

Preferred Requirements:

  • HILO experience
  • ERP system use
  • Continuous improvement project background

*This position will train on 1st shift and move to 2nd shift once fully trained.

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