Material Handler Jobs in Mansfield, MA

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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DC Materials Handler - Inbound

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Compensation Pay Range: $24.35 - $26.85 The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual, quarterly...

Warehouse Associate

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

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Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Middleborough, MA (18 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Plympton, MA (21 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Plympton, MA (21 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves; conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information....

Warehouse Associate

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Req ID:493465 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and...

Amazon Delivery Station Warehouse Associate

  • Rockland, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockland, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day 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 Package Sorter (Canton)

  • Canton, MA (12 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, MA (12 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Warehouse Associate

  • Hopkinton, MA (21 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (21 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions...

Forklift Operator

  • Woonsocket, RI (14 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (14 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

You may also sort pallets by hand and repair damaged wooden pallets by hand in some locations. This role is vital to the success of our Relogistics site!...

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (24 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves; conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information....

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

and non-palletized freight Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies Work in a safe, efficient...

Material Handler II

  • Taunton, MA (9 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (9 miles from Mansfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Skills: Ability to operate material handling equipment, including the following: Forklift, Pallet Jack, Hand Truck, and Step Ladder Basic math skills with emphasis on addition and subtraction Familiar...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Mansfield, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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