Warehouse Jobs in Michigan
Warehouse jobs in Michigan are concentrated in automotive logistics, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing distribution, with steady demand at every level from entry-level order picker to warehouse supervisor. The largest hiring volumes are in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where employers like Amazon, General Motors, and Meijer maintain major distribution and fulfillment operations. The most in-demand specialties right now are forklift operation, inventory control, and receiving and shipping coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!
The Warehouse Robotics Engineer will be domiciled in Warren, MI and develop, deploy, and scale advanced robotic material handling and storage systems across Universal Logistics operations and customer facilities. This role is focused on Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), AGVs, autonomous forklifts, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), robotic pallet handling, and related warehouse automation technologies that improve safety, material flow, productivity, and inventory performance.
You will combine hands-on engineering with project ownership, working directly with customers, operations teams, technology suppliers, and system integrators to take automation projects from concept and technical definition through design, installation, commissioning, production ramp-up, and handoff to operations.
Responsibilities:
• Develop warehouse automation concepts using AMRs, AGVs, autonomous forklifts, ASRS, robotic handling, and related technologies; perform material-flow, fleet-sizing, capacity, cycle-time, layout, interface, and feasibility studies.
• Define technical requirements, layouts, RFQs/SOWs, interfaces, and acceptance criteria for systems including charging, traffic management, racking, transfer stations, conveyance, safety systems, controls, and software.
• Manage technology suppliers and system integrators from design and configuration through FAT, site readiness, installation, SAT, commissioning, and production ramp-up; track timing, cost, technical deliverables, risks, and open issues.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, IT, Controls, Safety, Quality, Maintenance, and Facilities) to integrate warehouse robotics with WMS/WES/MES, fleet management, PLC controls, industrial networks, and IT/OT infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and optimize system performance including throughput, availability, mission completion, congestion, queueing, charging, fault recovery, ASRS rates, and inventory accuracy; use data and structured root-cause analysis to drive issues to closure.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, readiness evaluations, acceptance testing, training, and operational handoff; capture lessons learned and develop standards and repeatable solutions for future deployments.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, mechatronics, robotics, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in warehouse automation, material handling, robotics, controls, manufacturing engineering, or systems integration in a manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics environment.
• Working knowledge of AMR/AGV systems, autonomous forklifts, ASRS, material-flow systems, PLC/controls, industrial networking, and IT/OT interfaces.
• Ability to interpret layouts and technical specifications, perform throughput and capacity analysis, troubleshoot integrated systems, and manage technical project issues with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability and willingness to travel to Universal and customer facilities to support project development, installation, commissioning, and production launch activities.
Preferred Requirements:
• Strong self-starter with the ability to own projects, work directly with customers and suppliers, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive issues to closure.
• Hands-on experience deploying AMRs, AGVs, autonomous forklifts, pallet or tote ASRS, shuttle systems, stacker cranes, or other automated material-handling technologies.
• Experience integrating automation with WMS, WES, MES, fleet management, PLC controls, and industrial communication technologies such as Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, MQTT, or similar interfaces.
• Understanding of applicable mobile robot, AGV, material-handling, machinery, and functional safety requirements, including risk assessment and safe system integration principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar layout tools, simulation, digital twin, fleet-sizing tools, virtual commissioning, data analysis, or system-level performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies and experience in automotive manufacturing, automotive logistics, warehousing, or third-party logistics operations.
Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!
The Warehouse Robotics Engineer will be domiciled in Warren, MI and develop, deploy, and scale advanced robotic material handling and storage systems across Universal Logistics operations and customer facilities. This role is focused on Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), AGVs, autonomous forklifts, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), robotic pallet handling, and related warehouse automation technologies that improve safety, material flow, productivity, and inventory performance.
You will combine hands-on engineering with project ownership, working directly with customers, operations teams, technology suppliers, and system integrators to take automation projects from concept and technical definition through design, installation, commissioning, production ramp-up, and handoff to operations.
Responsibilities:
• Develop warehouse automation concepts using AMRs, AGVs, autonomous forklifts, ASRS, robotic handling, and related technologies; perform material-flow, fleet-sizing, capacity, cycle-time, layout, interface, and feasibility studies.
• Define technical requirements, layouts, RFQs/SOWs, interfaces, and acceptance criteria for systems including charging, traffic management, racking, transfer stations, conveyance, safety systems, controls, and software.
• Manage technology suppliers and system integrators from design and configuration through FAT, site readiness, installation, SAT, commissioning, and production ramp-up; track timing, cost, technical deliverables, risks, and open issues.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, IT, Controls, Safety, Quality, Maintenance, and Facilities) to integrate warehouse robotics with WMS/WES/MES, fleet management, PLC controls, industrial networks, and IT/OT infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and optimize system performance including throughput, availability, mission completion, congestion, queueing, charging, fault recovery, ASRS rates, and inventory accuracy; use data and structured root-cause analysis to drive issues to closure.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, readiness evaluations, acceptance testing, training, and operational handoff; capture lessons learned and develop standards and repeatable solutions for future deployments.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, mechatronics, robotics, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in warehouse automation, material handling, robotics, controls, manufacturing engineering, or systems integration in a manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics environment.
• Working knowledge of AMR/AGV systems, autonomous forklifts, ASRS, material-flow systems, PLC/controls, industrial networking, and IT/OT interfaces.
• Ability to interpret layouts and technical specifications, perform throughput and capacity analysis, troubleshoot integrated systems, and manage technical project issues with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability and willingness to travel to Universal and customer facilities to support project development, installation, commissioning, and production launch activities.
Preferred Requirements:
• Strong self-starter with the ability to own projects, work directly with customers and suppliers, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive issues to closure.
• Hands-on experience deploying AMRs, AGVs, autonomous forklifts, pallet or tote ASRS, shuttle systems, stacker cranes, or other automated material-handling technologies.
• Experience integrating automation with WMS, WES, MES, fleet management, PLC controls, and industrial communication technologies such as Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, MQTT, or similar interfaces.
• Understanding of applicable mobile robot, AGV, material-handling, machinery, and functional safety requirements, including risk assessment and safe system integration principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar layout tools, simulation, digital twin, fleet-sizing tools, virtual commissioning, data analysis, or system-level performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies and experience in automotive manufacturing, automotive logistics, warehousing, or third-party logistics operations.
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Warehouse Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Capstone Logistics11
- Kenco9
- Ball Equipment8
- Neovia Logistics Services, LLC - 1508N
- Kellermeyer Bergensons Services7
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Fashion & Apparel
- Science & Research
- Agriculture & Farming
- Chemicals & Materials
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse jobs across Michigan.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Prior experience with forklift or pallet jack operation preferred
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems and barcode scanning equipment
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required by most Michigan employers
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends
- Strong attention to detail for inventory accuracy and order fulfillment tasks
Warehouse Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a warehouse worker in Michigan?
Most Michigan warehouse positions require a high school diploma or GED and can be entered without prior experience. Many employers provide on-the-job training for forklift operation, which may lead to an OSHA-recognized certification through employer-sponsored programs. Gaining familiarity with warehouse management systems and completing a forklift safety course through a Michigan community college or trade program strengthens your application considerably.
Which companies hire warehouse workers in Michigan?
Michigan warehouse roles are posted by Capstone Logistics, Kenco, and Ball Equipment and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's strong automotive and retail distribution networks mean large fulfillment centers and manufacturing-adjacent warehouses are consistently among the most active hirers in the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most warehouse jobs?
Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Lansing have the highest concentration of warehouse openings in Michigan. Detroit's deep automotive supply chain and large population base drive the bulk of demand, while Grand Rapids benefits from a growing e-commerce and food distribution sector, and Lansing's manufacturing corridor supports steady logistics hiring year-round.
Are there remote warehouse jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Warehouse work is inherently hands-on and tied to a physical facility, so most roles require on-site presence. About 11% of warehouse openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are typically limited to inventory coordination, logistics administration, or dispatch roles that don't require physical handling of goods.
How can I get hired as a warehouse worker in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to seasonal or temporary warehouse roles at large Michigan distribution centers, where employers like Amazon and Meijer routinely hire with no prior experience and train on the job. Completing a free or low-cost forklift safety course through a Michigan community college gives you a practical edge. Roles like retail stocker, delivery driver's helper, or production line associate are common lateral moves that lead into warehouse positions.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to warehouse jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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