Material Handler Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Part-Time Forklift Operator - Weekend days, Saturday and Sunday, 5a -3p

  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Warehouse Person $16-$17/HR

  • Etna, OH (20 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Etna, OH (20 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago

Overview The full-time Warehouse Associate will act as a material handler and forklift operator to build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse....

General Warehouse Associate - 10AM

  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago

Operates material handling equipment to move inventory within the facility....

Sit Down Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 9 hours ago

Handling Equipment Experience (forklift)....

Warehouse Associate, Inbound

  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 hours ago

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), pacer/ counterbalance, reach truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider....

Retail Forklift Driver - Full Serve

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago

Certification in at least one power mobile equipment (forklift, electric pallet jack, etc.) preferred....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

Nesco Resource has partnered with an IT-Infrastructure company in the Urbancrest area searching for Material Handlers to work in their warehouse in a temp-to-hire role and are looking to grow within...

Traffic - Yard Spotter

  • West Jefferson, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Jefferson, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

Compensation Details: $19.00 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love....

Technical Material Handler

  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Urbancrest, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

Nesco Resource is working with an IT-Infrastructure company in the Urbancrest area seeking a Technical Material Handler to work in their warehouse....

Material Handler I Johnstown OH 1st Shift

  • Johnstown, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Johnstown, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

Manually loads packaged material onto pallets, skids, and boxes, and secures material or products for transport to designated areas....

Warehouse Associate

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

PURPOSE: Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for accurately performing the duties and responsibilities described herein. Additionally, this position can be tasked with operating...

Warehouse Associate - Wash Load Capacity Specialist - 2nd Shift

  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

Requisition Number: 200092 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Wash Load Capacity Specialist - 2nd Shift to support the Rental Division. The Wash Load Capacity Specialist is...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Groveport, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 hours ago

You will also locate and move products on pallets or create pallets for storage or shipment....

Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 hours ago

The ideal candidate must have prior experience operating an electric pallet jack and using RF scanners to accurately pick and stage orders....

Material Handler Forklift Operator

  • Whitehall, OH (11 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Whitehall, OH (11 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 hours ago

Track and record units of materials handled. Adhere to safety policies and procedures....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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