Material Handler Jobs in Plympton, 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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Overnight Warehouse Associate

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

Job Type Full-time Description NEFCO is a construction supply company. We provide support to our contractors by serving as the channel that unites them with the construction products that they...

Warehouse Associate Part-Time (3rd Shift)

  • Norwood, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwood, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Jacks) preferred; will train for the right candidates!...

Warehouse Associate- 3rd Shift Receiving- Brockton

  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

What a typical day looks like in this role: Load and unload trucks, move and put away material in a safe manner using forklift, pallet jack, handcart, or other device....

Hiring Event - Overnight Stock Clerk

  • Stoughton, MA (18 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (18 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Attention all Warehouse Workers/Shipping and Receiving

  • Hingham, MA (14 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (14 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Various positions available that include: *Assembly *Picking/Packing *Shipping/Receiving *Inventory Control *Quality Assurance/Inspection *Organization and maintenance of the stock and warehouse work...

Day Warehouse Worker

  • New Bedford, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to use electric pallet jack as well as stand-up forklift is a must....

Yard Driver, Columbus - Full Time (2015)

  • Hanover, MA (10 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MA (10 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Id : REQ_570187, Title : Yard Driver, Columbus - Full Time (2015), Category : Supply Chain, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...532, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

SHIFT YOUR FUTURE Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - and you could even schedule your first day of work within 20 minutes! The steps are simple: 1)...

Freight Handler

  • Abington, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Abington, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck Verify documentation matches freight...

Forklift Driver

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Material Handling & Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload IT assets and other materials within the facility....

Waste Material Handler

  • Holbrook, MA (15 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Holbrook, MA (15 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Clean Harbors in Devens, MA is seeking a Waste Material Handler (Insite Chemist ) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our company...

Warehouse Order Selector - Sysco Boston (R162638)

  • Plympton, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Plympton, MA
  • 5 days 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....

Turret Forklift Driver

  • Raynham, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raynham, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Additional Responsibilities: - Operate variousmachinery and material-handling equipment to support daily operations.What You?...

Warehouse Operator II

  • Fall River, MA (22 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (22 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Operator II FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Professional Work Location: Fall River, MA Work Hours: First Shift: 8 AM a 5 PM (May very based on business...

Forklift Operator - Bin Repair

  • Carver, MA (7 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carver, MA (7 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Handles materials, bases and sides, either by hand or with material handling equipment. Must maintain accurate production, quality, operational, and inventory records as required....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Plympton, MA

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Highest Education Level

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


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