Material Handler Jobs in Greenville, SC

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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Material Handler / 1st Shift

  • Easley, SC (10 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Easley, SC (10 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 4 hours ago

The Material Handler performs a variety of duties related to putting up stock, pulling stock, order staging, packing, and production and warehouse material movement....

Warehouse Clerk Operations - Greer, South Carolina

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 5 hours ago

handheld scanner, or hard paper copy as directed; and the end-of-day count tally* Execute activities that relate to fulfilling customer orders, including examination of received orders, segregation of pallet...

Forklift Operator

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 6 hours ago

A minimum of 6 months experience operating material handling equipment including a sit down forklift with clamp attachment is required....

Yard Driver NON DOT

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 6 hours ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring for a new location in Greer! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe...

Material Handler

  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 hours ago

Responsible for quality control of pallets, cores, cradles, boxes, other packaging materials received by shipping Qualifications High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent training Previous forklift experience...

PT Dockworker - Greenville, SC

  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines....

Warehouse Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 7 hours ago

If you are a team player who embraces change, can handle equipment and inventory, and not afraid to get your hands dirty, the Warehouse Technician role as a part of the Field Operations (Field...

Order Picker 1st Shift

  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 9 hours ago

What you'll do: Position Overview: The Order Picker facilitates the movement of material throughout the distribution center by receiving, re-stocking, picking, packing, and shipping to enable the site...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 13 hours ago

Duties include locating and moving products on pallets or creating pallets for storage or shipment....

Packer - Shipping- Production Operations I (Indirect)-Contingent Worker

  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 hours ago

Packer - Shipping 2nd Shift: (03:00 PM - 11:30 PM ) What will your typical day look like? Shipping/Receiving of outgoing & incoming materials. Maintain a clean/organized work area and maintain...

Stock Associate

  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and...

Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Looking to advance your career with a hands-on role? Your next break as a warehouse loader/unloader is here. Your role will involve efficiently loading goods onto trucks and unloading shipments...

Warehouse Worker- No Overnights!

  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago

At IPS Packaging & Automation, we’ve been transforming packaging for nearly 50 years, delivering cutting-edge solutions that keep businesses of all sizes across the country — from major automotive...

General Warehouse Person - PM Shift

  • Williamston, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamston, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include but not limited to: receiving, scanning, picking, packing, auditing and shipping merchandise to the stores that service our customers....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Duncan, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 1 day ago

You will also locate and move products on pallets or create pallets for storage or shipment Daily tasks also include Identifying damages and reporting shortages or quality deficiencies. location: Duncan...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Greenville, SC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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