Material Handler Jobs in Hauppauge, NY

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 Order Selector - Immediate Opening

  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 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 Worker

  • Bay Shore, NY (7 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (7 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 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 Worker - Now Hiring

  • Brentwood, NY (4 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brentwood, NY (4 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 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

  • West Babylon, NY (11 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Babylon, NY (11 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 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 Operator II 1st Shift

  • Central Islip, NY (2 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Central Islip, NY (2 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Must have the physical ability, coordination, skills, and judgment necessary to operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks safely and without damage to materials, equipment, or facilities...

Warehouse Operator

  • Bethpage, NY (16 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY (16 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description: As a Warehouse operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring Cambria's promise of quality and efficiency. This position is responsible for staging and preparing slabs for...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Jack Build, wrap, sort pallets Electric Pallet Jack Cherry Picker Operate RF scanner Load, unload materials & equipment Sit Down Forklift dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $19/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Coram, NY (10 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coram, NY (10 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 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 Delivery Station Warehouse Associate

  • Holbrook, NY (5 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holbrook, NY (5 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 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 Picker Packer - Earn Up to $19/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Ronkonkoma, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ronkonkoma, NY
  • 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...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • South Setauket, NY (6 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Setauket, NY (6 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • East Setauket, NY (9 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Setauket, NY (9 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Warehouse Associates Needed

  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Organizational skills required Pallet jack use is a bonus hand or electric Operate power tools Sorting General Laborers Maintain orderly warehouse Assemblers...

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as order pullers. In this role, you'll pull and label orders and then place them into crates. To qualify, you must be able to stand for...

Warehouse Worker

  • Bethpage, NY (16 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (16 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, and hand trucks in a safe and efficient manner (certification or willingness to be certified may be required)....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Hauppauge, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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