Material Handler Jobs in Arvada, CO

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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Forklift Operator Days

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 5 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate

  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 7 hours ago

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Our roles take place in a sortation center, where you will be sorting, scanning, and stacking packages on pallets, helping to get customer orders...

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Our roles take place in a sortation center, where you will be sorting, scanning, and stacking packages on pallets, helping to get customer orders...

PM Warehouse Operator I

  • Arvada, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Shipping out distributor orders, dunnage (empties), pallets, etc. and ensuring proper paperwork with each Replenishment: Forklift operation to load pallets of product into identified locations Loading...

Warehouse Worker

  • Arvada, CO
  • 12 hours ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 12 hours ago

Decent job tenure and experience in picking, packing, using RF scanners, sit-down forklifts, order picking, and shipping....

AM Warehouse Operator I

  • Arvada, CO
  • 12 hours ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 12 hours ago

Shipping out distributor orders, dunnage (empties), pallets, etc. and ensuring proper paperwork with each Replenishment: Forklift operation to load pallets of product into identified locations Loading...

Material Handler Warehouse Operator (FOT) Indirect

  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 13 hours ago

Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and transport up to 500 pounds via carts/racks, up to 1,500 pounds by pallet jack and up to 5,000 pounds by electric pallet jack....

Materials Handler - Warehouse

  • Black Hawk, CO (22 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Black Hawk, CO (22 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 17 hours ago

Ability or willingness to learn to operate a forklift, pallet jack, dolly, and carts in a safe and efficient manner....

Warehouse Associate

  • Commerce City, CO (17 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Commerce City, CO (17 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 18 hours ago

Operates pallet jacks, forklifts, and company vehicles in a safe manner as needed. Ensure correct parts are kept in the appropriate quantities to support production and assembly requirements....

Warehouse Associate

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Trained and certified material handler to operate lifting machinery such as Reach Trucks and Forklifts. Experience with Cycle Counts and RF Scanner....

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Warehouse Picker Order Selector

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 1 day ago

This position could utilize the following equipment: Electronic Pallet Jack - Walkie Rider - Voice Audio Headset - Shrink Wrap This position could include: Hand Stacking - EPJ - Pallet Jacks - Voice...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 209023 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Material Handler

  • Arvada, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 2 days ago

Decent job tenure and experience in picking, packing, using RF scanners, sit-down forklifts, order picking, and shipping....

Warehouse Associate

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Arvada, CO)
  • 2 days ago

handling or relevant experience within GEHC plant operations Basic computer skills Ability to consistently lift (upto 35lbs)and utilize lifting equipment Desired Characteristics Knowledge of computerized...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Arvada, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Arvada, CO 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 Arvada, CO
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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