Material Handler Jobs in Opelika, 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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Forklift Operator - Hiring Now!

  • Opelika, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator Opelika, AL Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Dadeville, AL (22 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dadeville, AL (22 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Smiths Station, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Smiths Station, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Smiths Station, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Smiths Station, AL (19 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker

  • Opelika, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Material Handler I

  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Auburn, AL (9 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to the following: Adherence to all cGMP, operating, and safety procedures Practice and support 5S initiatives in warehouse Safely practice all forklift...

Material Handler

  • Lanett, AL (17 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lanett, AL (17 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 19 days ago

General ResponsibilitiesResponsible for transporting raw materials (rolls), work in process(WIP) and finished goods throughout the warehouse and production, load and unload rolls from transport...

Truck Loader

  • West Point, GA (20 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Point, GA (20 miles from Opelika, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.1 - $22.6 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator

  • Opelika, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Forklift Operator Opelika, AL Our employees operate in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. We recognize and support our team culture and focus on growing our team by...

Forklift Operator-2nd Shift

  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • 90+ days ago

Tags are color coded for each day of the week At the beginning of each day a Raw Production Line Up Sheet (MEAT.OPS.FORM.036) showing the raw materials that have cleared lab testing will be used as...

Demographic Data for Opelika, AL

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Opelika, AL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Opelika, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
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 Opelika, 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%