Material Handler Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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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Dock Worker

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 hours ago

Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting Responsible for accurately recording the condition of...

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Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Cintas
  • Portsmouth, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 hours ago

Requisition Number: 227587 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

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Warehouseman I

  • Busch Group
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 16 hours ago

handling....

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Distribution Material Handler

  • Campbell Soup
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Job Duties Accurately loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product and POS material. Utilizes manual and power material handling equipment....

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Warehouse Clerk

  • Kelly Services
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Clerk Hampton, VA Location: Hampton, VA Pay: $18.00/hour Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Type: Temp-to-Hire Requirements: Steel-toe shoes Join Kelly Services as a Warehouse Clerk...

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Packer

  • Air Combat Command
  • Langley AFB, VA (24 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Langley AFB, VA (24 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Skill and dexterity to safely operate handlifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and warehouse platform lifts....

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Warehouse Worker (Shipping)

  • Navy Exchange Service Command
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

. - May operate material handling equipment MHE up to 10 000 pounds as high as 30 to move load or unload transfer transport stack or unstuck merchandise materials and supplies from one location to another...

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Warehouse Package Handler Lead

  • OnTrac
  • Virginia Beach, VA (5 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (5 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

And occasionally push or pull up to 150 lbs. using a pallet jack or gaylords to transport large packages....

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PT Outbound Freight Handler

  • Sefl
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight...

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Material Handler

  • Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Material Handling experience preferred....

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Warehouse Selector - AM Shift

  • Quality Custom Distribution
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

In This Role You'll: All Associates: Safely operate material handling equipment: pallet jacks and forklifts (certification required for forklift) Inspect incoming/outgoing shipments and verify accuracy...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Kellermeyer Bergensons Services
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 days ago

jack to lift and move gondolas up to 75+ lbs....

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Warehouse Selector - PM Shift

  • Quality Custom Distribution
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

In This Role You'll: All Associates: Safely operate material handling equipment: pallet jacks and forklifts (certification required for forklift) Inspect incoming/outgoing shipments and verify accuracy...

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Warehouse Associate - Team Member - Transportation

  • Lowes
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Schedule Monday- Thursday- 6am-4:30pm Your Impact at Lowe's Within our warehouse team, you play a key role in making sure our products are accurately received, organized, and shipped. As part of a...

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Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver

  • D & L Parts Company
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago

jacks or forklifts Follow all company safety protocols and procedures Other duties and responsibilities as requested by management Delivery Duties: Load delivery vehicle with prepared orders, ensuring...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Chesapeake, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Chesapeake, VA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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