Material Handler Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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 Associate - Brooklyn Outlet

Stack and palletize product to utilize storage. Label each carton with barcode labels in a uniform manner. Count and verify quantities to a Packing list....

Package Sorter

  • Woodside, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Woodside, NY (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team as package sorters! In this role, you will be responsible for scanning packages through our mobile app and sorting them for next day...

Picker And Packer

  • Carlstadt, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

pallets to the loading dock as instructed. + Unload containers sequentially using a conveyor belt and wrapping turntable. + Attach pallet license plates to wrapped pallets before storage. + Clean containers...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Budd Lake, NJ (23 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Budd Lake, NJ (23 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

UPS is hiring individuals to work as part-time Package Handlers. This is a physical, fast-paced position that involves continual lifting,lowering and sliding packages that typically weigh 25 - 35...

Freight Handler / Forklift Operator II

  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Manage cargo from incoming trucks by removing from truck by hand or by using manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack, or by using forklift....

Warehouse Associate

  • Secaucus, NJ (13 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (13 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description: Picking and packing orders Wrapping pallets for shipment. Use scanner and computer to print labels and track inventory....

Material Handler w/ Forklift Certification

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Unloading trucks, then transporting raw material to designated storage or production areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, etc....

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 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. + Opens bales...

Warehouse Associate

  • Moonachie, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Moonachie, NJ (12 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Our Moonachie warehouse is now hiring! As a Warehouse Associate, you will support the special project of digitizing the warehouse inventory in addition to performing basic warehouse tasks. Monday...

Amazon Grocery Warehouse Associate

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Amazon Grocery Warehouse Associate** **Job Overview** You'll be part of the Amazon grocery team that supports one of Amazon's busiest services: online grocery orders. You'll be working in a...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Manufacturing Warehouse Urgently Hiring for Warehouse Fulfillment Coordinator Located both in Mahwah, & Fairfield, NJ Please apply and can interview and start within the same week! Location :...

Material Handler - 1st Shift

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Now Hiring: Material Handler - 1st Shift** **Location:** Fairfield, NJ **Pay:** $17.00/hour **Schedule:** Monday Friday, 6:00 AM 2:30 PM (occasional overtime) **Employment Type:** Full-time **Benefits...

Quick Air Logistics Warehouse Specialist

  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (24 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Would you like to launch your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Quick, our Piscataway site is looking for a new Air Logistics Warehouse Specialist...

Inventory Control Forklift Driver Full Time

  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Requires using a pallet jack to pull and push pallets. Exposure to both indoor and outdoor temperatures, as well as occasional exposure to extreme temperatures in freezers and coolers....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (11 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 11 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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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Fairfield, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
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 Fairfield, NJ
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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