Material Handler Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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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Night, Forklift Operator

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago

BASIC PURPOSE Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock....

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Deerfield Beach

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 hours ago

Simply put, our Warehouse Forklift Operators are masters of skillfully maneuvering industrial powered equipment. Join the team and use your skills to help Publix Distribution maintain a smooth,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Deerfield Beach, FL (13 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Warehouse Associate PeopleReady of Pompano Beach, FL is now hiring Warehouse Associates in Deerfield Beach, FL! As a Warehouse Associate, you will pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping....

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Hialeah, FL (20 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hialeah, FL (20 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Warehouse Associate / Asociado de Bodega

  • Tamarac, FL (5 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tamarac, FL (5 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Posting: Ferguson is North Americas leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning...

Aviation Warehouse Associate

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 10 hours ago

Responsibilities Spirit is looking for Aviation Warehouse Associates to be the support that navigates logistical movements of materials by the Spirit Technical Operations team. As an Aviation...

Supply Chain Technician

  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 13 hours ago

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Supply Chain Technician? At HCA Florida Aventura Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to...

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Company: US1277 FreshPoint South Florida, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 33069 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay...

Delivery Driver/Warehouse Worker

  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Opportunity: Delivery Driver / Warehouse Worker Location: Pompano Beach, FL We are seeking a dependable Delivery Driver / Warehouse Worker to join our team in Pompano Beach. This role involves...

Warehouse associate

  • North Miami, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Miami, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Established HVAC Supply Wholesale company looking for a Warehouse Associate. Experience with Fork lifts and pallet jacks is mandatory. Need to be proficient in warehouse products being incoming...

Warehouse Associate Full-Time (Coconut Creek, FL)

  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL (7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate - Full-Time (Coconut Creek, FL) (Coconut Creek) compensation: $17.00/hour employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Warehouse Associate Warehouse...

General Warehouse Worker 1st Shift

  • Doral, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doral, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

1st Shift 6:00am - 2:30pm Monday through Friday Unwrap, sort, stack, and label products while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. KEY DUTIES AND...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Plantation, FL (3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plantation, FL (3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Worker

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Location: South Miami, FL - D5; 11920 SW 128th Street, Miami, Florida - 33186 Pay: $17 - $19 / hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30AM - 4:30PM +...

Warehouse Associate

  • Dania Beach, FL (4 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dania Beach, FL (4 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Replenishes stock (put-a-way) by utilizing material handling equipment, or by hand with the use of RF scanners....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
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%