Material Handler Jobs
A Material Handler in the logistics industry plays a crucial role in managing the supply chain process. They are responsible for physically moving materials, both raw and finished, within a warehouse, factory, or retail environment, ensuring the right goods reach the right location at the right time. They also might be involved in the processing, packaging, and shipping of orders. Material Handlers are often required to operate machinery such as forklifts, maintain inventory records, and ensure workplace safety by adhering to proper handling procedures.
Some of the important skills a Material Handler should possess include physical stamina and strength, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Having a certification in forklift operation or a similar field can give a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Material Handler, individuals might have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Package Handler, or Shipping and Receiving Clerk. These roles provide the opportunity to gain experience in handling materials, operating machinery, and understanding logistics operations.

Forklift Operator HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 20 hours ago
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 20 hours ago
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO OPERATE FOR THE POSITION: Forklift: Stand-up forklift Pallet jacks: Riding type. Stretch-wrap machine, slip sheet attachment....

- Cosmopolitan Staffing Services
- Hamilton, NJ
- 2 days ago
- Cosmopolitan Staffing Services
- Hamilton, NJ
- 2 days ago
Growing Apparel Company in the Hamilton, NJ Area is seeking Experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerks with 1-2 years Minimum experience.: · Processes all in- and outbound shipments including but not...

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

- LGG Industrial
- West Valley City, UT
- 5 days ago
- LGG Industrial
- West Valley City, UT
- 5 days ago
LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

- DESIGN WITHIN REACH
- Batavia, OH
- 5 days ago
- DESIGN WITHIN REACH
- Batavia, OH
- 5 days ago
Stack and palletize product to utilize storage. Label each carton with bar code labels in a uniform manner. Count and verify quantities to a Packing list....

- NexTerra Wine Company
- Woodridge, IL
- 5 days ago
- NexTerra Wine Company
- Woodridge, IL
- 5 days ago
Moving and organizing inventory using electric pallet jacks (we will train). Ensuring a clean and safe workhouse for staff to work in. Storing inventory away safely....

Material Handling Equipment Experience: Pallet Jack. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities. Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Order Processor
- maharam
- Yaphank, NY
- 7 days ago
- maharam
- Yaphank, NY
- 7 days ago
Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Maharam, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

Hilo Driver / Material Handler / 2nd & 3rd Shift / Holland (Midwest)
- MillerKnoll
- Holland, MI
- 7 days ago
- MillerKnoll
- Holland, MI
- 7 days ago
Skill blocks may include skills in Assembly, Machine Operation or Material Handling....

1st Shift Warehouse Reach Truck Operators
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 8 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 8 days ago
Experience operating Material Handling Equipment - Forklift, Handtruck, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities....

- Advanced Technology Services
- Texarkana, AR
- 9 days ago
- Advanced Technology Services
- Texarkana, AR
- 9 days ago
Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Issues tools, equipment or parts to workers and maintains records issued and returned. · Locates lost or misplaced tools, equipment or parts. · Receives,...

About Rosco Vision Rosco Vision engineers and manufactures visual safety systems for all types of commercial fleet vehicles and is one of the largest suppliers of backup camera systems, mirrors,...
Job Responsibilities: Picking & Packing orders accurately and efficiently. Unloading of trucks. Scanning in receipts of inbound freight. Operating Pallet Jack to move inventory....

2nd Shift Order Picker & Forklift Operators
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
Handling Equipment - Forklift, Hand Truck, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck, etc....

1st Shift Order Picker & Forklift Operators
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
Handling Equipment - Forklift, Hand Truck, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck, etc Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities Capable of following instructions and responding to management direction Detail-oriented...
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Material Handlers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Material Handler position
- Picking & Packing
- Pallet Jack
- Palletizing
- Material Handling
- Pulling Orders
- LTL
- Stacking
- Warehouse Inventory
- Staging
- Bill of Lading
- Warehouse Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Warehouse Management System
- Shrink Wrapping
- Warehousing
- RF Scanner
- Cycle Counting
- Shipping
- Raw Materials
- Packing
- Labeling
- Inbound
- Sorting
- Loading & Unloading
- Forklift Operator
- Order Processing
- Supply Chain
- Forklift
- Shipping and Receiving
- Merchandising
- Housekeeping
- Packaging
- Reimbursement
- Distribution
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Scanning
- Logistics
- Math
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Flexibility
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- English
- Policy Development
- Sales
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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