Job Title: Material Operator & Production roles Location: Hemlock, MI Pay: $21.70 / hour Position Type: Full-Time / Contract for 3 months with possibility of extension Shifts: 5:45am-6:00pm / 5:45pm-6:00am (2-3-2 swing shift schedule) - MUST BE ABLE TO WORK BOTH DAYS AND NIGHTS AS THESE ARE SWING SHIFTS.

We are immediately hiring Material Operators & Production-supporting roles to support operational ramp-up efforts for a major manufacturing facility in northern Saginaw County. This role is essential to moving components and materials across the plant floor to keep production lines running smoothly. This is a manual material handling role. Equipment operation is limited to non-electric pallet jacks and manual push/pull carts-no forklifts or electric power equipment will be utilized.

Responsibilities:

Move, stage, and transfer raw materials and finished goods safely across the facility using manual pallet jacks and hand carts.

Load, unload, and sort production components efficiently to keep lines stocked.

Maintain clear walkways, work zones, and inventory staging areas.

Inspect materials for basic damage or discrepancies while handling.

Follow all plant safety regulations, quality standards, and operational guidelines.

Skills & Qualifications:

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and reach for extended periods (12 hours per shift).

Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs independently.

Must be open and flexible to work across multiple shift schedules to support continuous plant coverage (Days AND Nights).

Must have reliable transportation in order to demonstrate a reliable attendance record.

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Note: This facility operates under U.S. government export control regulations (ITAR), and applicants must meet applicable eligibility standards.Excellent reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe work practices.

Comfort using basic computer systems for data entry and machine tracking.

Ability to wear required PPE (including steel-toe boots) and follow precise safety procedures.

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