Production Associate

Floater – Sortation Center Associate

Location: Detroit, MI

Job Type: Temporary / On-Call / Floater

Schedule: Flexible – No Set Schedule

Shifts: 1st Shift & 3rd Shift

Job Overview

Join our team as a Floater Associate at a newly opened Sortation Center in Detroit!

The facility will begin significantly ramping up operations in November and December, and we are building our team now. As a Floater, you will have the opportunity to pick up available shifts as business needs arise. There is no guaranteed or set weekly schedule for this position. You will be contacted or scheduled when additional coverage is needed.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work and who are available to work different days and shifts based on the client’s needs.

What You’ll Do

As a Floater Associate, you may be assigned to different areas of the sortation center depending on operational needs. Responsibilities may include:

• Induct: Scan and introduce items into the sortation process.
• Buffer: Organize and prepare items as they move through the facility.
• Sort: Sort merchandise accurately into designated areas based on delivery routes.
• Outbound/National Carrier: Prepare and stage packages for shipment to national carriers.
• Cart Staging: Move and organize carts and merchandise throughout designated areas.
• Labeling: Apply and verify labels to ensure packages are properly routed.
• Use Zebra handheld devices/scanners to scan UPC codes and accurately process merchandise.
• Identify and report damaged items, scanning errors, or inventory issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work with team members and supervisors to meet daily productivity and quality goals.
• Follow all safety procedures and operational guidelines.

Schedule & Availability

The Target Sortation Center operates 7 days a week.

1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM

3rd Shift: 9:45 PM – 6:00 AM

As a Floater, you will not have a set schedule. You will pick up available shifts based on the client’s staffing needs.

We are currently looking for people who can be flexible and are willing to work days, nights, weekdays, weekends, or a combination of shifts as needed.

Weekend shifts offer premium pay.

Pay Rates

Shift

Weekday

Weekend

1st Shift

$21.00/hr

$23.49/hr

3rd Shift

$22.25/hr

$23.49/hr

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, fulfillment, or sortation experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to learn and operate handheld scanners/Zebra devices.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Flexibility to pick up shifts based on business needs.
• Must be willing to work weekends and/or nights when needed.

Why Join Us?

• Get started now ahead of the November–December peak ramp-up.
• Flexible opportunity to pick up shifts as they become available.
• Opportunity to gain experience at a newly opened Target Sortation Center.
• Premium pay available for weekend shifts.
• Potential for additional hours as the facility’s staffing needs increase.

Please note: This is a Floater position and does not guarantee a set number of hours or a regular weekly schedule. Shifts are offered based on the client’s operational needs and available openings.

Resume not required

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