Material Handler Jobs in Idaho

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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CDL Driver - Loader / Warehouse - Forklift and machinery operator

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 4 hours ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 4 hours ago

You will have a hybrid role of helping pull orders and offload trucks, as well as load trucks and deliver locally to our customers. There is NO overnight travel!...

Loader / Warehouse - Forklift and machinery operator

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 4 hours ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 4 hours ago

We are looking for an employee with a great attitude to assist in pulling orders, unload and load trucks, help inventory management and perform daily tasks of running a fence supply/construction yard...

General Maintenance Tech/ Forklift operator

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 5 hours ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for a person with the ability to perform general/minor maintenance and repairs on numerous types of equipment including, but not limited to, Air Compressors, air compressor tools,...

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level - 2nd Shift

  • Nampa, ID
  • 5 hours ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 5 hours ago

Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages. Use technology like RF devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders....

Warehouse Person

  • Boise, ID
  • 8 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 8 hours ago

About Farwest: Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwests products and services offer customers the...

Material Handler I

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 9 hours ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 9 hours ago

Safely load and unload materials onto or from vehicles, convey materials to or from storage or work sites to designated areas using hand truck, pallet jack or other lifting devices and/or employee assistance...

Material Handler-Feed Bay/Yard

  • Kuna, ID
  • 12 hours ago
  • Kuna, ID
  • 12 hours ago

Move material using appropriate material handling tools and equipment including but not limited to: by-hand, hand truck, pallet jack, dolly, and/or operation of forklifts or other vehicles....

Shipping and Receiving Materials Handler

  • Boise, ID
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 14 hours ago

Prior experience in warehouse operations and safe handling of machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks is preferred....

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like) at Federal Express Corporation in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous...

Amazon Package Sorter - Earn Up to $18/hour - Day Shifts

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $18/hour - Day Shifts

  • Marsing, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Marsing, ID
  • 2 days ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 2 days ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $18/hour - Day Shifts

  • Kuna, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Kuna, ID
  • 2 days ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Urgent Hire

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $18.50

  • Nampa, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 2 days ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Idaho

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 Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
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 Idaho
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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