Material Handler Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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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Warehouse Clerk

  • Shawnee, KS (15 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • moments ago
  • Shawnee, KS (15 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • moments ago

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly is looking for a Warehouse Clerk to work at a premier healthcare distribution...

Night Warehouse Associate

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 hour ago

. + Move product by safely and responsibly operating material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, reach truck, keg fork dock stocker, slip-sheet lift, de-layer, clamp truck...

Forklift Operator

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

Essential Functions: Ability to multi task keeping job production flowing throughout the store and production area at all times. Insure work area is a safe environment at all times. Ability to...

URBN Warehouse Clerk

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

jack, box cutter, carts) which requires coordinated movements The Perks URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees....

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Associate 9A-5:30P

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

About the Role: The Warehouse Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our warehouse in Kansas City, MO. This position is responsible for receiving, storing, and...

General Warehouse Associate

  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 hours ago

Operates material handling equipment to move inventory within the facility....

Material Handler II

  • Belton, MO (6 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Belton, MO (6 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

Key Job Elements Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments; Receives, identifies and unloads materials/parts and stores in inventory; Identifies, draws from inventory and...

Forklift Operator

  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Overview: Forklift Operator - Lenexa, KS The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, staging, pulling and distributing pallets of Keurig Dr Pepper product supplies while meeting...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 9 hours ago

Duties include locating and moving products on pallets or creating pallets for storage or shipment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 14 hours ago

Beacon is now QXO! We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded...

Pharmacy Clerk - Warehouse

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago

Pharmacy Clerk Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will handle the medication of specialty pharmaceuticals, process...

Production Area Material Handler (2nd Shift)

  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 15 hours ago

Overview We are seeking a full-time Production Area Material Handler (2nd Shift) in our Olathe, KS location....

Yard Spotter

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 16 hours ago

Pallet Jack and Forklift Certification from Sysco. Can obtain once hired into the role....

Yard Spotter

  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 16 hours ago

Pallet Jack and Forklift Certification from Sysco. Can obtain once hired into the role....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Overland Park, KS 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 Overland Park, KS
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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