Material Handler Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

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 Associates Needed

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 13 hours ago

We're looking for reliable and motivated Warehouse Associates to join our team! If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to work in a comfortable, climate-controlled environment, we'd love...

Parts Warehouse Associate

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 17 hours ago

Reads work order or follows oral instructions Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand or fork lift Prepares products for shipment Prepares identifying information...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $19/hour - Day Shifts

  • Big Pool, MD (13 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Big Pool, MD (13 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

pounds of boxes, cases, and pallets of freight Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other equipment to move large quantities of merchandise Utilize an electric pallet jack, training is provided Stand...

Amazon Distribution Center Associate

  • Boonsboro, MD (14 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boonsboro, MD (14 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

pounds of boxes, cases, and pallets of freight Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other equipment to move large quantities of merchandise Utilize an electric pallet jack, training is provided Stand...

Warehouse Associate - Product Support

  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title Retail Warehouse- Product Support Associate Job Overview Our Retail Warehouse- Product Support Associates are essential team members at Bobs Discount Furniture, playing a critical role...

Part Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Purcellville, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Warehouse Hostler/Forklift Operator (Part Time)

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago

Hostler/Forklift Operator The Hostler/Forklift operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is also responsible for the...

Stock Associate

  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago

jack High School Diploma or equivalent Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (the Company), is an equal opportunity employer....

Warehouse Worker

  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago

Skill in operating a forklift, pallet jacks, hydraulic lifts, and other materials handling equipment to correctly and safely stack, lift, and store items....

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days 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...

Truck Loader

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 3 days ago

Removes mattresses and box springs from bagging machine and wheels to the loading dock. Unloads each unit and places in the trailer per the shipping order. Reviews the shipping order to ensure all...

Warehouse Material Handler I

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 3 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Hagerstown, Maryland Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour Schedule: 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 6:00am-2:00pm...

Warehouse Material Handler - 3rd Shift

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 4 days ago

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to...

Packaging Operator (12hr rotational/swing shift)

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago

Tasks will include working safely at all times without exception, receiving raw materials, operating and maintaining high-speed packaging equipment, palletizing finished product, performing quality...

Warehouse Associate, West Virginia - Flex

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 4 days ago

jacks and other equipment as needed Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve goals and maintain a positive work environment....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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