Material Handler Jobs in Bristol, RI

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

  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fall River, MA (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Middleborough, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Middleborough, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 5 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....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $20/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Acushnet, MA (19 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Acushnet, MA (19 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

At fulfillment centers, well teach you to operate forklifts or pallet drivers. Our company supports your goals. Benefits....

Amazon XL Warehouse Associate

  • Raynham, MA (21 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Raynham, MA (21 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

At fulfillment centers, well teach you to operate forklifts or pallet drivers. Our company supports your goals. Benefits....

Forklift Operator

  • Woonsocket, RI (24 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (24 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago

You may also sort pallets by hand and repair damaged wooden pallets by hand in some locations. This role is vital to the success of our Relogistics site!...

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Warwick, RI (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (9 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Material Handler II

  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Skills: Ability to operate material handling equipment, including the following: Forklift, Pallet Jack, Hand Truck, and Step Ladder Basic math skills with emphasis on addition and subtraction Familiar...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Rumford, RI (12 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rumford, RI (12 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 1 day ago

(heavy lifting) Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test. skills: Manual Pallet Jack Build, wrap, sort pallets Electric Pallet Jack Operate RF scanner Load, unload materials &...

Warehouse Associate

  • Lakeville, MA (19 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakeville, MA (19 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate a forklift and/or pallet jack. Cycle count inventory, storing in orderly and accessible manner, while inspecting stock items for wear or defects and reporting to supervision....

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Dartmouth, MA (15 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (15 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Dartmouth, MA $21 an hour - Part-time UPS 62,397 reviews $21 an hour - Part-time Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role...

Forklift Operator/Picker

  • Mansfield, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (23 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator/Picker Mansfield, MA Description Westaff is looking for a Forklift Operator in the Mansfield, MA, area for IMMEDIATE HIRE! Pay: $20.50/hr Hours: 9pm-5am Sunday - Thursday must be...

Warehouse Associate III

  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Warehouse Associate III is responsible to perform tasks such as receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and organizing of incoming and outgoing inventory....

Forklift Operator

  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (17 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 2 days ago

jacks, double pallet jacks and radio frequency equipment....

Dockworker Inbound

  • Johnston, RI (16 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (16 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 3 days ago

with terminal personnel and drivers Operating with a customer service first mentality Position qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Previous forklift or material handling equipment...

Warehouse Associate

  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Bristol, RI)
  • 4 days ago

jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks and loading docks Courier inventory as needed between Anduril' s sites in Quincy, MA and...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Bristol, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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