Material Handler Jobs in Fairfield, AL

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 l

  • Birmingham, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Birmingham, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 1 hour ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Forklift Operator

  • Bessemer, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bessemer, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator

  • Indian Springs Village, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indian Springs Village, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Inbound and outbound shipping in the yard. -Helping the yard stay clean and organized. -Staging and stowing away material. -Picking large orders for events. Skills Forklift, Inventory, Loading Top...

Warehouse Worker

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 2 days ago

The warehouse worker is responsible for various tasks related to acquisition, storage, and distribution of food and non-food products. Tasks include loading and unloading trucks, filling orders,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt &...

Warehouse Associate

  • Pelham, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pelham, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Uses small hand tools and operates material handling equipment including forklifts, order pickers, high lifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks. Fills orders and/or routes materials to other teams....

Forklift Operator - WKA Shift (Sun - Wed 5am - 3pm)

  • Bessemer, AL (5 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (5 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Forklift Operator PT, Loader III

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $24.77 hr Part-Time: Sunday 10p - 4am; Tuesday - Friday 5a - 10a Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the...

Warehouse Associate

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Associate Salary Range: $21.11 - $22.31 Salary Max: 22.31 USD Req Id: 1232 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 2nd Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Birmingham Posting Start Date: 6/26/25...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 3 days 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...

Warehouse Worker - Sterlite - 2nd Shift

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Please ensure candidate phone number is listed on the Resume upon submittal.*** 2nd shift 6:30pm-2am Pay Rate ***/hour Forklift or tugger experience preferred. Receives and processes incoming and...

Warehouse Worker, Part-time

  • Hueytown, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hueytown, AL (9 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, Part-time. This position works 1st shift Monday through...

Warehouse Material Handler Part Time 3rd Shift

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago

What you'll be doing: As a Warehouse Delivery Material Handler, you'll be manually loading trucks with products to be delivered to our customers....

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (7 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Warehouse Associate

  • Pelham, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pelham, AL (14 miles from Fairfield, AL)
  • 6 days ago

EXPERIENCED DRIVER / PRODUCTION WORKER Automation Personnel Services is looking for a self-motivated Experienced Driver / Production Worker for a company based in Pelham, AL. This Associate must...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Fairfield, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Fairfield, AL 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 Fairfield, AL
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%