Material Handler Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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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Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Part Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Hampstead, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampstead, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day 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...

AM Warehouse Worker - Wilmington, NC

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago

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

General Warehouse Worker - Atlantic Tire Distributors

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago

Atlantic Tire Distributors has openings for Warehouse Associates STARTING PAY 1700 per hour dependent on experience We are seeking Warehouse Associates to join our amazing Atlantic Tire...

Atlantic Tire Distributors has openings for General Warehouse WorkersFill in Delivery Drivers We are seeking applicants to join our Atlantic Tire Distributors team in Wilmington NC As an employee...

Warehouse Associate - Product Support

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago

Job Title Retail Warehouse- Product Support Associate Job Overview Our Retail Warehouse- Product Support Associates are essential team members at Bobs Discount Furniture, playing a critical role...

1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Material Handler

  • Leland, NC (7 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Leland, NC (7 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Job Overview 1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Material Handler Monday through Saturday (Rotating days off) 15 to 30 hours per week 10am until completion (usually between 2:30 and 4:30PM) The 1st Shift...

Warehouse Tech/Forklift Operator

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 12 days ago

The Warehouse Packing and Forklift Operator is responsible for packing and preparing products for shipment, operating forklifts to move materials, and ensuring the accurate and timely processing...

Inventory Clerk

  • Carolina Beach, NC (16 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Carolina Beach, NC (16 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 16 days ago

6022 - Wilmington - 6030 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28405 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 days ago

handling equipment....

Shipping & Receiving Clerk

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 28 days ago

Competencies Ability to safely operate dolly, pallet jack, forklift and other equipment required to receive, ship, stock and deliver parts, scrap, and other materials Ability to understand, keep abreast...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader

  • Castle Hayne, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Castle Hayne, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition Number: 206805 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Forklift Driver

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

Retail Stock Associate

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Rooms To Go Retail Stock Associate Starting Salary: $14 - 16 per hour, depending on experience. Medical, Dental, Vision and other benefits available based on # of hours worked. Associate Discounts...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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