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Warehouse Associate – 1st Shift
Company: Davis Cartage Co.
Location: Niles, MI 49120
Job Type: Warehouse Position
Pay: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Industry: Warehousing, Logistics, Distribution, Transportation
Now Hiring 1st Shift Warehouse Associates in Niles, Michigan
Davis Cartage Co. is hiring dependable, motivated, and hard-working Warehouse Associates for our growing 1st shift warehouse operations in Niles, Michigan. If you are searching for warehouse jobs near me, forklift jobs near me, shipping and receiving jobs, or warehouse associate positions in Southwest Michigan, this opportunity may be the perfect fit.
Davis Cartage Co. has been a trusted transportation, warehousing, and logistics company serving Michigan since 1941. We pride ourselves on providing stable employment, opportunities for advancement, and a team-focused work environment.
This position is ideal for candidates interested in:
1st shift warehouse jobs
Forklift operator jobs
Shipping and receiving jobs
Distribution center jobs
Logistics jobs in Michigan
Order picker jobs
Material handler jobs
General labor warehouse jobs
Entry-level warehouse jobs
Warehouse jobs hiring immediately
Candidates from Niles, South Bend, Buchanan, Edwardsburg, Dowagiac, Berrien Springs, Mishawaka, Elkhart, and surrounding Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana communities are encouraged to apply.
Warehouse Associate Responsibilities
As a Warehouse Associate at Davis Cartage Co., you will play an important role in supporting daily warehouse, shipping, and distribution operations.
Responsibilities include:
Picking customer orders accurately
Packing products for shipment
Preparing outbound freight for delivery
Operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely
Wrapping, labeling, and staging pallets
Loading and unloading freight trucks
Using RF scanners and warehouse inventory systems
Performing daily forklift and equipment safety inspections
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe warehouse
Reporting inventory discrepancies or damaged freight
Assisting with shipping, receiving, and warehouse logistics
Following company safety procedures and warehouse best practices
This is a physically active warehouse position in a fast-paced logistics and distribution environment.
Warehouse Job Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
Previous warehouse experience preferred
Forklift experience preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Comfortable working in a physically demanding warehouse environment
Basic computer and RF scanner experience
Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely
Steel-toed boots required
Strong attendance and dependability
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Willingness to complete Hazardous Materials training
Forklift certification training is available for qualified candidates.
Compensation and Schedule
$17.00 – $19.00 per hour based on experience
Full-time warehouse position
Monday through Friday
1st Shift
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Overtime opportunities available during peak business periods
Benefits and Opportunities
Working at Davis Cartage Co. provides more than just a warehouse job.
Employees enjoy:
Competitive hourly wages
Consistent weekday schedule
Overtime opportunities
Hands-on forklift experience
Professional warehouse training
Team-focused work environment
Opportunities for advancement within warehousing and logistics
Stable company with over 80 years of transportation experience
Why Work at Davis Cartage Co.?
Davis Cartage Co. has proudly served Michigan's transportation and logistics industry since 1941. Our employees are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to providing a safe workplace, supportive leadership, and opportunities for career growth.
Whether you're starting your warehouse career or bringing years of experience, you'll join a company that values reliability, teamwork, and hard work.
Apply Today
If you're looking for warehouse jobs in Niles, Michigan, 1st shift warehouse jobs, forklift operator positions, or logistics careers near South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart, Buchanan, or Dowagiac, apply today with Davis Cartage Co.
Work Location: In Person – Niles, Michigan 49120
Davis Cartage Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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