Material Handler Jobs in Union City, 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 Worker

  • Danville, CA (16 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Danville, CA (16 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company that's leading the foodservice industry? Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 4:30PM PST Start Time The expected base rate for this role is...

Warehouse Associate

  • Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Launch your career! We are hiring immediately for Warehouse workers! We will teach you about distribution and supply chain techniques valued by Fortune 250 companies around the globe. We are...

Warehouse Associate

  • Castro Valley, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Castro Valley, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Abilities Stand for long hours, English speaker, Lift 25 lbs, Lift 50 lbs, Lift 75 lbs, Work in cold environment Job duties Note: Workers can be sent home without pay if they cannot fulfill the...

Supply Chain Associate

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Sr. Associate, Transportation- Parcel Location: Remote The schedule for this position will be M-F 10am-6pm EST About the Team DoorDash Drive is looking for you to join our team as a Sr. Associate...

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Material Handler

  • Hayward, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join our team. The primary focus of this role involves picking materials based on weekly back orders and performing cycle counts....

Warehouse Worker

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description As a Warehouse Worker, you will be responsible for picking and packing customer orders accurately using packing slips, building boxes, preparing shipments, and...

Supply Chain Technician (On-Call)

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: This position works under the direct supervision of the Supply Chain Manager/Director and/or designee. Inventories, restocks, and distributes disposable medical supplies within...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Santa Clara, CA (18 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (18 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 2 days 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

  • San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The base pay for this position is $21/hr. We are Wayfair; we deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of people like you, who are driven, determined,...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $21.50

  • Milpitas, CA (17 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (17 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Amazon Delivery Station Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the dedicated Amazon team at the delivery station the last stop before we deliver smiles to customers. Our fast-paced,...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our very own employee resorts Click here to learn more about our employee resorts...

Warehouse Associate (ID #456546)

  • Hayward, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Hayward, CA Hayward Southland Ca 3008 $21.00/Per Hour Warehouse Associate Job Description Branch Details We are currently hiring a Warehouse Associate for a premier employer in the Hayward area....

Material Handler I

  • Union City, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Union City, CA
  • 3 days ago

Required to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts to unload and load trucks....

Service Coordinator/Warehouse Associate

  • San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the...

U-Box Warehouse Worker

  • Concord, CA (24 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Concord, CA (24 miles from Union City, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Return to Job Search U-Box Warehouse Worker U-Haul is looking for friendly, energetic and motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with customers and take pride in a job well done. U-Box...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Union City, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Union City, CA 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 Union City, 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%