Material Handler Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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.

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Warehouse Associate

  • Adams Beverages of NC
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 hours ago

Some roles may require experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment....

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Warehouse Associate

  • 50 Floor
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 16 hours ago

handling equipment (including pallet jack, dollies, handcart, etc.)...

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1st Shift - Forklift Driver / Material Handler

  • Lear
  • Mc Calla, AL (23 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mc Calla, AL (23 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago

The Role: Your work will include, but not be limited to: Moving materials using an industrial truck (forklift, tugger, pallet jack, etc.)...

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Retail Warehouse Specialist

  • W.S. Badcock Corporation
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Responsible to perform a variety of specific duties, both within the store and assigned store locations, under the supervision of the Store Manager. General duties include: unloading of...

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Forklift Operator

  • 48forty Solutions
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently!...

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Warehouse Driver

  • The Icee Company
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Boxes and palletizers are products for shipment. Pulls orders for distributor pick up. Maintains daily and weekly inventory logs....

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Forklift Operator

  • Spherion
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Moving materials Responsibilities: Unloading trucks Moving pallets and gaylords Packaging and loading product Loading trucks Working hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Skills: see required Education: No Degree...

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Warehouse Worker

  • Spherion
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 2 days ago

Loading & moving materials Responsibilities: Unloading trucks Breaking down pallets Moving materials too and from production line Building pallets Loading trucks Working hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Skills...

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Freight Handler

  • Walmart
  • Dora, AL (19 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dora, AL (19 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.7 - $23.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Warehouse Worker

  • Walmart
  • Morris, AL (14 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morris, AL (14 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.7 - $23.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Walmart
  • Pinson, AL (16 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pinson, AL (16 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.7 - $23.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Material Handler - Loader

  • Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Kokomo
  • Tarrant, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tarrant, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 3 days ago

filled manually by walking and use of pallet jack and/or riding jacks Identify product by description and quantity then removing product from area and carrying to the staging area Check for accuracy...

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Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Stand-Up Forklift Operator to join our team on 3rd shift in Birmingham, AL. This role is responsible for safely operating a stand-up forklift to move,...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Staffmark
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

Now hiring Warehouse Associate Location: Birmingham, AL Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7 AM - 4 PM Warehouse Associate Jobs: Pack It, Hustle Hard, Win Big Tired of scrolling...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Birmingham, AL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Birmingham, AL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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