Material Handler Jobs in Taunton, 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 (18 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Canton, MA (18 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 15 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 (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwood, MA (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Forklift Operator-2nd Shift-Benefits Day 1

  • West Warwick, RI (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

The forklift operator will handle material handling, stock movement, computer entry, scanning, Kanban, cycle counting, etc....

Warehouse Associate- 3rd Shift Receiving- Brockton

  • Brockton, MA (12 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (12 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 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 (14 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (14 miles from Taunton, 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 (21 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (21 miles from Taunton, 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...

Material Handler 2nd Shift

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

- 370 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02903 / ...Material HandlerMasis Staffing Solutions is currently seeking candidates for our**Material Handler**position....

Materials Handler I

  • Smithfield, RI (21 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (21 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Organogenesis is a leading regenerative medicine organization focused on empowering healing through the development, manufacturing, and sale of products for the advanced wound care and surgical...

Day Warehouse Worker

  • New Bedford, MA (21 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (21 miles from Taunton, 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 (20 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MA (20 miles from Taunton, 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 (12 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (12 miles from Taunton, 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 (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Abington, MA (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 5 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...

Warehouse Associate

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

Job Description Warehouse Associate 2158 Plainfield Pike, Cranston, RI 02921 RIWAR Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm 15 - 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Forklift Driver

  • Taunton, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Taunton, 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 (17 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Holbrook, MA (17 miles from Taunton, 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...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Taunton, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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