Material Handler Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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.

1-15 of 115 Jobs

Material Handler 2nd shift

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Position overview: As a Material Handler I, at our Midway location, you will support a broad range of activities in a dynamic, high energy warehouse environment providing all material to production...

Warehouse Associate

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Responsibilities In this friendly work environment you will be responsible for: Operate various MHE (Material Handling Equipment) in a safe and efficient manner....

Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Pleasant Grove, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Grove, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Worker

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Order Selector - Immediate Opening

  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Assembler - Airport

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in loading and unloading trucks, material handling, and general labor. Ability to palletize, manage inventory, and perform order picking....

Oder Picker

  • Gold River, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gold River, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience with inventory, picking, packing, and material handling. Experience with sit down forklift, shipping, and receiving. Why Work Here?...

Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for reliable warehouse loaders/unloaders to join our team. In this role, you will load and unload freight, ensuring everything's in the right place and ready to go. If you value...

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level - 4 PM Start

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Core-Mark continues to grow as the industry leader in fresh and broadline solutions for the convenience retail industry. With a reputation for empowering customers, employees,...

Warehouse Associate - Full Case Selectors 2PM Start

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Jack Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check Preferred Qualifications 1 + year of warehouse and/or distribution work experience 6 + months EPJ experience Foodservice distribution or...

Production Material Handler I - Day Shift

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Able to operate material handling equipment (including electric and manual pallet jacks, hand trucks)....

Part Time Warehouse Associate

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Our Sacramento location is now hiring for a Warehouse Associate Part time. Great Reasons to Work with Us: Career Advancement Opportunities Fun Work Environment Medical Benefits (for full time...

CA Forklift Operator

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

handling....

Warehouse Worker

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Pushing and Pulling:Ability to push and pull carts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment....

Demographic Data for Sacramento, CA

Moving to Sacramento, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Sacramento, CA below.


Local
National
850,624
18,274
Large

Material Handler Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLogistics curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Effective Questioning for Call Handlers
How an organisation handles phone calls can have a direct impact on its success - a badly handled call can mean limited information that might affect service delivery, customer satisfaction and...
Functional Polymeric Materials
Learn the functional polymers, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Polymers, typically plastics and fibers, are leading materials providing useful and inexpensive items for modern living....
Introduction to Aerospace Structures and Materials
Explore the structural and material design of aircraft and spacecraft from the viewpoint of an aerospace engineer. How do you design an aircraft or spacecraft? And in doing so, how do you keep the...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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 Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
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 Sacramento, CA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Material Handler Related Career Advice Articles

There are many options when choosing your logistics career path.
Everything You Need to Know to Begin Your Logistics Career Path

Considering a career in logistics? Find out how to find logistics jobs you’ll love and get your logistics career path started on the right foot.

Read article »
Military veteran standing in a warehouse and transitioning to a career in logistics
Leaving the Military? Consider a Job in Logistics

Many vets choose to enter the logistics field and it’s easy to see why: it presents the perfect opportunity to use many skills learned in the armed forces.

Read article »