Material Handler Jobs in Franklin, IN

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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Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

At Crown, we know that our employees are the driving force behind our success in the material handling industry. We cultivate a culture of passionate people and inspired innovation....

Lift Truck Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

Understands how to and uses corner boards, pallet straps, pallet inverters, and airbags correctly. Builds loads and/or pallets according to customer requirements. Lock and seal trailers....

Warehouse Picker

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

Hand shrink-wrap customer orders, label them, and movepleted orders to the loading dock using electronic pallet jack or walkie-rider equipment product discrepancies, damaged goods, wrong store numbers...

Warehouse Worker

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness....

Powered Industrial Truck Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 17 hours ago

. * Performing daily inspections of appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: Forklift, lift gate, pallet jack and hand truck, radio frequency scanners and printers Operating...

2nd Shift Material Handler

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

As the primary responsibilities listed above are completed, or at supervisor's direction, the material handler becomes available to assist the work centers with their material handling needs....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $19/hour - Night Shifts Available

  • Flat Rock, IN (18 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flat Rock, IN (18 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day 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

  • Greenwood, IN (10 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwood, IN (10 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day 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 Package Sorter - Earn Up to $19/hour - Night Shifts Available

  • Edinburgh, IN (9 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edinburgh, IN (9 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day 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...

Warehouse Operator II - CL

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Use various manual material handling devices to include forklifts, dollies, and pallet jacks. Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture....

Warehouse Associate Lead_Shift_2

  • Greenwood, IN (10 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwood, IN (10 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago

#LI-DNP 109IND Req ID: 21066 Zip Code: 46143 Facility: US-IN-Greenwood (109)

Logistics Material Handler - Warehouse Shipping and Receiving - 3rd Shift

  • Columbus, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 1 day ago

jack or hand jack Occasionally 20 pounds 25 feet Pulling: Skids -pallet jack or hand jack Occasionally 20 pounds 25 feet Lifting: boxes of material/product Frequently up to 50 pounds 6"-36" Lifting...

Roll Lot Material Handler

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Cross-trained as WIP Market Material Handler and performs job when needed. Performs other duties as directed by the Supervisor, Extrusion Lead, or Thermoforming Technician....

Distribution Associate

  • Plainfield, IN (23 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN (23 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago

May be required to transport pallets by material handling equipment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (20 miles from Franklin, IN)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, the Warehouse Associate shall provide tactile support of all clinical trial and future commercial receiving, material handling, shipping and distribution activities for products manufactured...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Franklin, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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