Material Handler Jobs in Piedmont, 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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Order Picker 1st Shift

  • Duncan, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Duncan, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 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...

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

  • Duncan, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Duncan, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 12 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 (9 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC (9 miles from Piedmont, 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 Worker- No Overnights!

  • Greenville, SC (9 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC (9 miles from Piedmont, 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 (7 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamston, SC (7 miles from Piedmont, 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 (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Duncan, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, 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...

1st shift- Warehouse Associate- Anderson SC

  • Anderson, SC (18 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anderson, SC (18 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Company description: A local warehouse is looking for a full time warehouse associate to join their team. Job Responsibilities: Maintaining Inventory Loading or unloading trucks Stocking Scanning...

Part Time Warehouse Associate Needed 4a-8a

  • Marietta, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, SC (23 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for a part time position? Are you looking for a company you can grow with? Are you looking for a company with upward mobility? Well look no further - we have a part time warehouse...

Material Handlers 2nd shift

  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities As a Material Handler, you will be accurately picking/packing orders using established practices....

Forklift Operator 1st shift

  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago

racks with powered material handling equipment (e.g., fork trucks, order selectors, powered pallet jacks) Essential Functions: Forklift Cherry Picker Constant exposure to loud noises Occasional work...

Material Handlers WE

  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities As a Material Handler, you will be accurately picking/packing orders using established practices....

Forklift Operator 2nd shift

  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (16 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 2 days ago

racks with powered material handling equipment (e.g., fork trucks, order selectors, powered pallet jacks) Essential Functions: Forklift Cherry Picker Constant exposure to loud noises Occasional work...

6581 - Packing - PACC - PACKER C

  • Gray Court, SC (22 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gray Court, SC (22 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 3 days ago

and to properly apply label to pallet verifying data Maintain good housekeeping and safe working environment Interact and communicate with fellow packers, production supervisor, lead technician, and...

Material Handler I (2nd Shift)

  • Greenville, SC (9 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (9 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler I (2nd Shift) Location: Greenville, SC (Onsite) Job Summary: Join our team as a Material Handler I, operating a Hamilton press to produce high-quality products....

Maintenance Inventory Clerk I - 2nd Shift - SC

  • Pendleton, SC (15 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pendleton, SC (15 miles from Piedmont, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Requisition ID: 62651 Title: Maintenance Inventory Clerk I - 2nd Shift - SC Division: Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02) Location: Pendleton, SC Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Piedmont, SC

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Highest Education Level

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


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