Material Handler Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Division: Atlanta Work Schedule: 6pm-Until From: $34,634 Annually Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED? About us: Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability...

Warehouse Associate Needed Audio Visual Company

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Warehouse Associate Needed - Audio Visual Company (Atlanta) compensation: $13/hr - $18/hr We're a fast-paced audio visual production company looking for a dependable Warehouse Associate. Must be...

Warehouse Associate (ID #439157)

  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 9 hours ago

Strong knowledge of materials handling techniques and best practices. Familiarity with RF scanning technology for inventory management....

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Union City, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Union City, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $26.45 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Lilburn, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lilburn, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $26.45 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Forklift Operator

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently! We're looking for...

Let Down Forklift Operator - Sun - Thurs PM Shift

  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $18.00/Hr. - $25.00/Hr. Shift Days: SU-TH, Shift Time: 3:00 PM Benefits after 30 days Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Decatur, GA (12 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, GA (12 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 205138 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Cherry Picker / Warehouse Associate

  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Cherry Picker / Warehouse Associate Nextaff Norcross, Georgia, United States 5 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Permanent Temporary Quick Job description Bilingual Spanish / English a plus....

Daytime Warehouse Associate

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Required to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) to include forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, reach trucks, slip sheet attachment, and / or clamper truck or attachment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

What we'll deliver on: Competitive pay rates Medical Dental Vision insurance 401(k) AD&D/STD/LTD Paid time off We also pay weekly. Fetch is an equal opportunity employer, all applicants will be...

Warehouse Associate / Driver Hybrid

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 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...

Warehouse Associate-Driver

  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Conyers, GA (21 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

About Us Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, has been serving Texas for over 15 years. Aspen is a leader in the telecommunications construction sector. We specialize...

Warehouse Stocker/Forklift Operator

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to become forklift and material handling equipment certified. Familiarity with computers (including Microsoft Office programs) preferred....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Forest Park, GA 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 Forest Park, GA
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%