Material Handler Jobs in Madison, 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 Worker 1st Shift

  • Madison, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Nippon Express Company, Ltd. ("NX") was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities...

Warehouse Worker- 2nd shift

  • Madison, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Nippon Express Company, Ltd. ("NX") was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities...

Logistics Material Handler

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company, is seeking a Warehouse Logistics Material Handler at the Advance Manufacturing Facility, Huntsville, AL location....

Warehouse Associate

  • Madison, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 3 days ago

Operate material handling equipment; includingpallet jack, forklift,etc. Troubleshootissues with packing equipment,label machines, tapers, palletizers, etc....

Forklift Operator

  • Madison, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 5 days ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Material Handler Apprentice - Huntsville

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Material Handler Apprentice - Huntsville Huntsville, AL, US, 35824 _Now Hiring Apprentice Material Handlers - Huntsville, AL_ _Starting Pay: $18.05/hr progressing to $20.41/hr. at completion_ _Earn...

Distribution Associate

  • Madison, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 8 days ago

Company Overview SEA Wire and Cable is a growing, dynamic organization offering diverse challenges to innovative professionals. We seek qualified individuals who possess the drive and vision...

Material Handler

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Be willing to learn: training provided High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Mechanical Aptitude Committed and comfortable working independently Extra Credit: Forklift; Side Loader; Deburr...

Forklift Operator

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Job Requirements 1+ years of forklift experience (sit down preferred) Ability to work occasional Saturdays and overtime as needed Ability to operate forklift in a busy production environment Pay...

Forklift Operator - Night Shift

  • Athens, AL (18 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Athens, AL (18 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required....

Press Oven Material Handler I--Nights

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Press Oven Material Handler I--Nights Decatur, AL Description Staging prepack material in the packing queue in a manner that coincides with the shipment schedule....

Material Handler I USA

  • Trinity, AL (18 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Trinity, AL (18 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Reporting Relationships: This position reports the Supervisor, Traffic/Material Handling. Travel: No travel requirements....

Warehouse Worker_NE-ALM_541-Warehouse Operations

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Worker-NE_Warehouse Operations-541 Location: The Salvation Army – Huntsville, Al Thrift Store Position Title: Warehouse Worker About this opportunity: Receives, receipts, sorts, prices...

Material Handler

  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Decatur, AL (11 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Material Handler Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Material Handler for a company based in Decatur, AL....

Delivery Material Handler - Roof Loader

  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (15 miles from Madison, AL)
  • 13 days ago

Delivery Material Handler Are you a hands-on person searching for a rewarding career opportunity?...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Madison, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Madison, 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 Madison, 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%