Material Handler Jobs in Ruskin, 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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Experienced Warehouse Associate Days

  • Gibsonton, FL (9 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gibsonton, FL (9 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Warehouse Associate

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Location: Tampa, FL Pay: $22-25/hour SOW: Receive, inspect, and document incoming shipments to verify accuracy. Prepare, package, and label outgoing orders for...

Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days 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 Material Handler

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (11 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (11 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Material Handler AllStaff St....

Warehouse Associate - Tampa

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Associate - Tampa Flooring Services, LLC Tampa, Florida, United States, 33602 13 hours ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Flooring Services and our affiliated entities...

Warehouse Associate

  • Seminole, FL (22 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seminole, FL (22 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago

handling and customer site specifics Interact with customers and the public in a professional and positive manner Counter sales to General Contractors Use technology to help manage the logistics process...

Warehouse Associate

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc., is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Warehouse Associate position for our Branch Operations group located at our Tampa, FL branch....

Warehouse Associate Nights (Freezer/Cooler)

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Warehouse Associate - Freezer/Cooler Forklift Days

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 3 days ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

General Warehouse Associate - 8:00am to 4:30pm

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Must be able to operate a forklift to move merchandise in the warehouse Must be able to pull/put cartons in the racks Must be able to read and understand bar codes on boxes Must be able to lift...

Warehouse Associate / Driver Hybrid

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 4 days ago

handling equipment The ability to crouch, kneel, and stand regularly throughout shifts Move loads of parcels to and from delivery cargo vans and throughout communities on deliveries The ability to...

Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Tampa, FL is now hiring Forklift Operators! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment Apply today and you could start...

Lead Warehouse Worker/Back-Up Delivery Driver

  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (20 miles from Ruskin, FL)
  • 5 days ago

About This Position Schedule: Monday - Thursday (with some Fridays) Hours: 7:00am - 5:30pm The Lead Warehouse Worker is responsible for leading a production line of Warehouse Worker who will select,...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Ruskin, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Ruskin, FL 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 Ruskin, 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%