Material Handler Jobs in Manitoba

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 (Portage la Prairie, MB)

  • Portage La Prairie, MB
  • 3 days ago
  • Portage La Prairie, MB
  • 3 days ago

Coordinates customs for totes and pallet returns. Runs daily and weekly reports of shipments, receipts, and product movement. Audits reports to ensure their accuracy....

Warehouse Worker- Night shift

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 13 days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 13 days ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc. Why choose LKQ as your employer?...

Cashier/Stock Clerk

  • Winkler, MB
  • 17 days ago
  • Winkler, MB
  • 17 days ago

About Us Established in 1982, Bulk Barn is Canada's largest bulk food retailer with close to 300 stores and growing! The key to our success is progressive thinking, detailed/ methodical planning...

Warehouse Associate

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 23 days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 23 days ago

We're looking for individuals that would love to help us serve our customers in a multitude of ways: kitting, picking, packing, shipping, inventory control/cycle counting, and/or forklift driving....

Warehouse Associate (Parts Handler)

  • Brandon, MB
  • 24 days ago
  • Brandon, MB
  • 24 days ago

Fort Garry Industries is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales, and service provider. The Fort Garry Industries group of companies has over 500 employees with locations across...

Shipper Receiver Stock Handler

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 25 days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 25 days ago

Not just a job a community a partnership a team Youll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canadas fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a...

Warehouse Associate (1-year Contract)

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 26 days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 26 days ago

experience High School Diploma or equivalent Experience using RF scanner or manual picking preferred but not required Required to operate material handling equipment - licensed with any one of the...

Forklift Operator

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 30+ days ago

Are you a skilled Forklift Operator seeking partl time work? Apply now! The company specializing in distribution in North Inkster industrial in Winnipeg. Shift Early morning 3.00am -11.00am Wage...

Warehouse Forklift Operator (Portage la Prairie, MB)

  • Portage La Prairie, MB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portage La Prairie, MB
  • 30+ days ago

Summary This job is responsible for operating material handling equipment in a safe manner for the purpose of moving, locating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Material Handler

  • Brandon, MB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brandon, MB
  • 60+ days ago

Handler, you will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders as well as counting, verifying, receiving, and putting away incoming vendor material and customer returns....

Seasonal Stock Associate

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 60+ days ago

Under Armour is the chosen brand of this generation of athletes... and the athletes of tomorrow. We're about performance - in training and on game day, in blistering heat and bitter cold. Whatever...

Warehouse Operators

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winnipeg, MB
  • 90+ days ago

PAL Aerospace is a proud partner of Airbus Defence & Space for the Government of Canada’s Fixed Wing Search and Rescue aircraft replacement (FWSAR) program. PAL Aerospace is responsible for In...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Manitoba

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 Manitoba 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 Manitoba
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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