Material Handler Jobs in Augusta, GA

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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Material Handler

  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • moments ago
  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • moments ago

Monday-Friday schedule._ **Position Overview:** Adecco is assisting a local client recruiting for accounts **Material Handler** jobs....

Warehouse Packer

  • Beech Island, SC (6 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Beech Island, SC (6 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 2 hours ago

Start your new career with MAU as a Warehouse Packer at Kimberly-Clark in Beech Island, SC. As a Warehouse Packer, you will handle and stack finished products, label and count inventory, sort and...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Grovetown, GA (15 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Grovetown, GA (15 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 19 hours ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in Grovetown, GA Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right Warehouse Associate...

Material Handler

  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Operates material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and rolling carts or may move golf cars and utility vehicles to and from the yard....

Forklift Driver

  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Utilizes various types of material handling equipment to perform job functions....

Material Handler Aiken, SC

  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment (MHE) such as hand truck, pallet jack, cart, forklift, or hydraulic lift....

Warehouse Clerk

  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Evans, GA (14 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts, manual pallet jacks, and electric pallet trucks to load/unload deliveries....

Materials Handler (Motor Vehicle Operator) NA-07

  • Jackson, SC (10 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, SC (10 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 5 days ago

This position is located at Support Services Division, Fort Jackson, SC. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email,...

Distribution Associate - Augusta, GA

  • Augusta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Pulls orders for shipment from warehouse and pipe yard inventory utilizing RF gun and forklift equipment. Stages and prepares orders for shipment while ensuring the items are packaged neatly....

Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Augusta, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 11 days ago

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer...

Material Handler

  • Graniteville, SC (12 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Graniteville, SC (12 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 12 days ago

As a Material Handler you will perform material handling and warehousing operations, including managing inventory, operating equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting production processes...

Forklift Operator - Augusta

  • Augusta, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 12 days ago

As a Forklift Operator you will operate material handling equipment to receive, store, and distribute products, manage inventory, ensure equipment safety, and maintain clean and organized workstations...

Forklift Operator

  • Augusta, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 12 days ago

West Fraser is a diversified North American wood products company producing southern yellow pine lumber and wood chips across the Southern US and Western Canada. We are the largest lumber producer...

Warehouse Person (Loader) - 5001114675006

  • Augusta, GA
  • 13 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 13 days ago

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, prot cted veteran status, or...

Warehouse Associate

  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Aiken, SC (20 miles from Augusta, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Augusta, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Augusta, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
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 Augusta, GA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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