Flex Associate-Material Handler/Machine Operator

Express Employment
Zeeland, MI

Located in Zeeland, MI


Salary: $18.00/hour



Flex Manufacturing Associate - Material Handler / Machine Operator (1st Shift)



Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Shift:

  • Monday-Thursday: 6:30am-3:30pm
  • Friday: 6:30am-12:30pm
  • Overtime: May begin as early as 5:30am or extend Friday/Saturday hours when required

Job Overview


We are seeking a highly flexible Manufacturing Associate who is ready to perform at a high level as a Material Handler and Machine Operator .


This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, can adapt to frequent schedule changes , and is comfortable performing multiple functions depending on daily production needs.


The position offers cross-training and exposure to both material handling and machine operation, with opportunities to move between roles based on operational needs. Candidates must be confident and competent in 100% of each role and will need to be willing to move into whichever is needed.



Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Pull, pack, stage, and ship materials according to work orders and Bills of Materials
  • Receive and verify incoming materials, ensuring proper placement in storage areas
  • Operate a sit-down propane forklift safely and efficiently
  • Build, stage, and organize parts for production as needed
  • Remove excess materials, empty skids, packaging, and prepare items for recycling
  • Ensure all documentation accompanies material movement and production tasks
  • Set up, operate, and monitor machines such as presses, saws,, spot welders, and robotic welders
  • Load and position materials correctly for each job
  • Monitor machine output and production quality, identifying and discarding defective materials
  • Adapt to frequent changes in daily schedule, tasks, and department assignment based on production priorities
  • Assist in multiple departments as needed, covering call-ins, machine downtime, or production bottlenecks

Qualifications & Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience
  • Forklift experience or valid forklift certification required
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and written instructions
  • Basic math and computer navigation skills
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing schedules

Physical Demands

  • Stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, kneel, and reach throughout the shift
  • Frequently lift and move items up to 65 lbs
  • Use hand trucks to move loads up to 200 lbs (occasionally more with assistance)
  • Safely operate machinery, tools, and industrial equipment
  • Visual and hearing ability sufficient for production and safety tasks

Work Environment

  • Indoor manufacturing and metal fabrication facility
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, heat, noise, and industrial materials
  • Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Occasional overtime based on production needs

Apply online or at our office!


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Ways to Apply

  • Visit our office at 660 Chicago Dr., Holland MI 49423
  • Call our office at 616-499-2199
  • Send an e-mail with your resume to [email protected]
  • Download our ExpressJobs app on Apple App Store or Google Play!
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Express Office: Holland-Muskegon


660 Chicago Drive


Suite 20


Holland, MI 49423
Posted 2026-05-12

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