Material Handler Jobs in Colton, CA

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

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • moments ago

Warehouse in Ontario is seeking full time employees, no experience is required. Will train on the job. Job Description: -Assembly -Warehouse work -Pulling orders -Unloading containers Friendly...

Lead Warehouse Associate (1st Shift)

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Operations are responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment....

Warehouse Associate - Returns

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Parts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts...

Forklift Operator

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

We are sourcing candidates for a warehouse Forklift Operator position that entails operating the material handling equipment as well as performing general labor tasks....

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Riverside, CA (6 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA (6 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

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

Warehouse Associate/Shipping

  • Riverside, CA (6 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA (6 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Warehouse Associate/Shipping Location: Riverside, CA Type: Contract Job #308333 A wickedly awesome Bike company in the Inland Empire is seeking Warehouse Associates. Hours: 8 AM or 9 AM Start Time...

Warehouse Associate / Dock Worker/General Labor GET PAID DAILY

  • Perris, CA (17 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Perris, CA (17 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Humano is currently seeking 1st Shift Warehouse Associates Freight Handlers in the Perris CA area for unloadingoffloading tasks This position involves manual unloading in teams without...

Warehouse Worker

  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (20 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS SELECTOR! Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base...

Forklift Operator Turret/Order Picker

  • Chino, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chino, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate Hire Needed! Turret/Cherry Picker Forklift Operators (MUST OPERATE BOTH) ProLogistix is Hiring in Chino for Turret/Order Picker Forklift Operator Contract to hire: 1st shift: 4:00 AM -...

Forklift Operator - Sit down (3rd shift)

  • Chino, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chino, CA (22 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

ProLogistix is Hiring for Sit Down Forklift Operator for a 3PL in Chino in August client will move to Fontana!! 3rd shift: 5pm to 1:30am $19hr Monday to Friday Overtime and Saturdays as needed!...

Warehouse Associate - OB - Tue-Sat - Night

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associates to work at Flexport in San Bernardino, CA! Earn up to $20.50/hr. in a fast paced, fun environment, with one of the world's leading supply chain and logistics...

Warehouse Associate - Sort - Thu-Mon

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associate - Yard Jockey to work at Flexport in San Bernardino, CA! Earn up to $19.50/hr. in a fast paced, fun environment, with one of the world's leading supply chain...

Warehouse Associate - OB - Fri-Tue - Night

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associates to work at Flexport in San Bernardino, CA! Earn up to $20.50/hr. in a fast paced, fun environment, with one of the world's leading supply chain and logistics...

Warehouse Associate - SP - Sun-Thu

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associates to work at Flexport in San Bernardino, CA! Earn up to $19.50/hr. in a fast paced, fun environment, with one of the world's leading supply chain and logistics...

Warehouse Associate - OB - Sun-Thu

  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (5 miles from Colton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Were looking for Warehouse Associates to work at Flexport in San Bernardino, CA! Earn up to $19.50/hr. in a fast paced, fun environment, with one of the world's leading supply chain and logistics...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Colton, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Colton, CA 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 Colton, CA
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%