Material Handler Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • FedEx
  • Halethorpe, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Halethorpe, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 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...

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Packer Team Leader

  • Abilities Network, Inc
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type Part-time Description Employee Type: Part-Time Base Pay: $19.50 /hour non-negotiable Location: Towson, MD Abilities Network, a multiple year winner of the Baltimore Suns Top Workplace...

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Household Packer

  • Abilities Network, Inc
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type Part-time Description Employee Type: Part Time Base Pay: $18.00/hour non-negotiable Abilities Network, a multiple year winner of the Baltimore Suns Top Workplace award, is looking for a...

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Forklift Operator

  • ProLogistix
  • Jessup, MD (6 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jessup, MD (6 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago

scanner Picking freight Staging pallets Loading bags of sugar onto pallets #nowhiring Forklift Operator - Sit Down & Reach Truck...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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General Warehouse Worker - 1st Shift (Saturdays Required)

  • Best Buy
  • Curtis Bay, MD (17 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Curtis Bay, MD (17 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

As a General Warehouse Worker, you'll help us get the latest tech to our customers across the country. You'll work as part of a team to move products to their designated locations within the...

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Truck Driver / Warehouse Worker, Grade 15

  • Montgomery County (MD)
  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

This position requires pushing, pulling, and performing controlled drops of product along with related tasks; and uses forklift, cherry picker, pallet jack, powered pallet jack, hand cart and other...

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Warehouse Associate

  • CORT
  • Capitol Heights, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

scanners, pallet jacks, forklifts, and stand-up reach trucks Must pass drug scr eening (does not include THC) as a condition of employment....

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Material Handler / Storekeeper

  • United Airlines
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world...

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Warehouse Specialist

  • CGI Group, Inc.
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

following: verifying materials (or merchandise) against receiving documents and noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages. .Route materials to prescribed storage locations; store, stack, or palletize...

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Warehouse Associate Sparrows Point, MD

  • Spartan Surfaces
  • Edgemere, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edgemere, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks Maintain accurate inventory and ensure products are stored in the correct locations Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently Assist with cycle counts, inventory...

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Seasonal Warehouse Assistant

  • PANDORA A/S
  • Glen Burnie, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

handling Participate in special projects and peakvolume support as needed Collaborate with team members to meet daily productivity and accuracy goals What is needed to succeed: High School Diploma...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Pool Corporation
  • Halethorpe, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Halethorpe, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

The Warehouse Associate supports the team and our customers by accurately and safely receiving/pulling orders in a fast-paced environment....

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Warehouse Driver Associate

  • FleetPride
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Manually, load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms or lifting devices. Stock and maintain inventory items in designated warehouse storage areas....

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Driver and Warehouse Associate

  • Chadwell Supply
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Smart, Innovative, and Hard-working? Perfect! We are growing and need the right people with the right mindset. Join our family and find a home where you will enjoy working with your peers, be...

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Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Columbia, MD

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 Columbia, MD offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Columbia, MD
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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