Material Handler Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

A Material Handler in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and control of materials within a manufacturing facility. This includes receiving, transporting, stocking, and delivering materials within the facility. They also maintain inventory records, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. They often operate heavy machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks to accomplish their tasks. Material Handlers play an integral role in maintaining the flow of materials which is essential in a manufacturing production line.

Important skills for a Material Handler include physical strength and stamina, as the job often involves lifting heavy items, as well as good organizational skills for managing inventory. Attention to detail is necessary for maintaining accurate inventory records. Operating machinery requires a certain level of technical skill, and safety consciousness is essential to avoid accidents. Certification as a forklift operator may be required, and prior experience in a similar role is often preferred. A person may have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator, or Inventory Clerk before becoming a Material Handler.

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Warehouse Associate $18 hourly

  • Middle Village, NY (6 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Middle Village, NY (6 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Ability to become certified on material handling equipment, including but not limited to order pickers and electric pallet jacks....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Long Island City, NY (4 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY (4 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Associate, Outbound

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Warehouse Associate - Forklift Operator

  • Wayne, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Warehouse Associate to join our team. Location: Wayne, NJ Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Compensation: $17.00 per hour...

Order Picker / Forklift Operator

  • Fairfield, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

$20 Per Hour - Depends on Experience We are a dynamic wholesale distribution company with a 50,000 sq ft warehouse in Fairfield, NJ, seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Order Picker and...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Hicksville, NY (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hicksville, NY (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 130 26th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232 NYGOV Government Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

Warehouse Associate

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 130 26th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232 NYGOV Government Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Full Time Hourly Warehouse Associate Openings (T0579)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Apply to join our team today! Warehouse Workers Wage of $24.00 to $27.50. per hour based on shift Warehouse Associate Wages of $20.90 to $24.40. per hour based on shift.Includes hourly rate plus...

Reach Forklift Operator

  • Linden, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Linden, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

Reach Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled reach forklift operator to join our team in a contract-to-hire position. You will be responsible for efficiently operating an...

Warehouse Associate

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE/MATERIAL HANDLER Shifts/Schedules: Day Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 8:00AM - 4:30PM Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at www.workatGEODIS.com!...

Warehouse Associate Full Time $18/hour

  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

An established distribution company is seeking a Warehouse Worker to support their busy operations team. This is a dual role with additional responsibilities of production associate for food...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Port Reading, NJ (16 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (16 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operator in Port Reading, New Jersey Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour Overtime Pay: $30.00 per hour...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Warehouse Associate

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate Manufacturing Inc Somers, Connecticut, United States 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Warehouse Shipping Associate $18.50 / hr | 8AM-4 : 30PM | Forklift...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Brooklyn, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.1%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Brooklyn, NY
Less than 1 year
43.6%
None
35.2%
1-2 years
15.6%
10+ years
2.9%
4-6 years
2.2%
2-4 years
0.5%