Material Handler Jobs in Wheat Ridge, CO

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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Material Handler

  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO (10 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 15 days ago

Material Handler As a Material Handler, you serve as a vital link between the warehouse, manufacturing lines, and supply chain....

GES Picker/Loader - Warehouse Material Handler Seasonal

  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Denver, CO (14 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 hour ago

Our Geographic Enterprise Solutions (GES) Picker/Loaders are critical to our success at FritoLay! GES Picker/Loaders are responsible for a variety of warehouse duties in our state-of-the-art...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Denver, CO (8 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (8 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 2 hours ago

Requisition Number: 205103 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Golden, CO (8 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Golden, CO (8 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 6 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Golden, Colorado Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $20.60 per hour Additional Pay: $1.00 shift differential Schedule: Friday...

Lead Material Handler

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 7 hours ago

Lead Material Handler#25-63395 $25 per hour Denver, CO All On-site Job Description How will you make an impact?...

Forklift Operator 1

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Job Functions Perform any of the following activities at various levels of speed as directed by the Team Leader: Safely Operate Forklift and material handling equipment....

Delivery Material Handler

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 21 hours ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Day -Stand up reach Forklift Operator

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago

These positions have a starting pay of $23.50-25.00 (depending on shift)/hour + incentive and the average associate in this position earns $62,000.00 annually while our top performers make about...

Warehouse Worker

  • Commerce City, CO (19 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Commerce City, CO (19 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 22 hours ago

Assists in all other areas of ground beef production line, including equipment setup and breakdown, box making, casing, labeling, stacking, weighing, recordkeeping, etc....

1st Shift Forklift Operator - 2AM Start

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Job Ref: 170766 Location: Aurora, CO 80011 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: Logistics and Warehouse Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Non-exempt Pay Basis Hourly Pay Rate $22.25 Brand UNFI...

General Warehouse Associate - 10am

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Operates material handling equipment to move inventory within the facility....

Warehouse Associate 1st shift

  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (13 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment to move or deliver stock Support machine operators with various tasks as needed Maintain cleanliness of the work area and perform general clean-up duties Ensure all equipment is...

Materials Specialist/Warehouse Associate-DEN

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Wheat Ridge, CO)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, etc preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Valid driver's license for SIDA badge driving privileges at Denver Int'l Airport Transport aircraft...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Wheat Ridge, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Wheat Ridge, CO 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 Wheat Ridge, CO
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%