Material Handler Jobs in Arkansas

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 - Forklift (Days)

  • Forrest City, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Forrest City, AR
  • 4 days ago

I nspects empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area....

Heavy Forklift Operator

  • Springdale, AR
  • moments ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • moments ago

Operate material handling equipment safely. Good organizational skills. Ability to work independently without direction Ability to take responsibility for incoming material and its storage....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Morrilton, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Morrilton, AR
  • 6 hours ago

Are you ready to elevate your career? Staffmark can help and connect you with a local employer offering the career opportunities you have been waiting for! We are hiring for a Shipping and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 6 hours ago

or using a pallet jack/forklift Transport materials to trucks and staging areas efficiently and safely Operate scissor lifts and other warehouse equipment as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and...

Equipment Yard Coordinator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago

From job sites to warehouses, we provide our customers with all their construction, industrial, aerial, and material-handling needs, helping them to minimize downtime and maximize productivity....

Warehouse Associate

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago

Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and...

Full Time 2nd Shift Forklift Operator I

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 hours ago

This position performs other tasks assigned by Warehouse Management including, pallet stacking, handling damage restack and, or rework, stacking product, and picking up pallets with a Pallet Jack, when...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Wynne, AR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wynne, AR
  • 11 hours ago

Ready to learn new skills through a new job opportunity? If you're an order picker/packer who excels at hitting production goals, don't miss out on this opportunity! We're looking for reliable...

Packer

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Packer responsibilities include inspecting, testing, cleaning, and packing electronic items, inventory management duties, and other material handler tasks as assigned....

Depalletizer, Boxformer and Forklift Operator - Day Shift

  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values....

Material Handler SS DAYS

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Material Handler and is not intended to limit the thinking...

Warehouse Worker Night Shift

  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc....

Warehouse Worker

  • Conway, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Conway, AR
  • 1 day ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc....

Warehouse General Labor RPC Sorter - Incentive

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 1 day ago

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like) 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 2410 Great Dane Ln, Jonesboro, AR 72401 From $17.20 an hour - Part-time, Full-time FedEx 61,568 reviews From $17.20 an hour -...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Arkansas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 Arkansas
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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