Material Handler Jobs in San Jose, 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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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 8 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,...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

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Stockroom Associate I (25153)

  • Natel Engineering Company Inc
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Fill material requisitions, work orders or requests for materials, tools or other stock items and distribute items to production workers or assembly line....

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Warehouse Worker

  • Randstad
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently hiring Warehouse Workers to join our team at Bloom Energy in Fremont. Our facility is at the forefront of clean energy innovation, and we are looking for reliable individuals with...

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Warehouse Associate II

  • White Cap Construction Supply
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

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Inventory Specialist

  • Aerotek
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Hiring an Inventory Specialist for a Start Up Drone company in Hayward, CA! Responsibilities Perform daily cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy and investigate any variances by reviewing...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Union City, CA (19 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Union City, CA (19 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 29 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...

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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to support daily operations in a food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating forklifts, handling...

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Temp Material Handler

  • Sanmina SCI
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Material Handler Job Purpose: Performs the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, storing and distributing of materials, parts, supplies...

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Forklift Operator (San Martin, CA, US, 95046)

  • CRH Plc.
  • San Martin, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Martin, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job ID: 522527 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of...

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Material Handler (Swing)

  • Sanmina SCI
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Category (For Job Seekers) Manufacturing/Operations Location H1201 - Plant P20 - San Jose, CA 95131 US (Primary) Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq:SANM) is a leading integrated...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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 San Jose, 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%