Material Handler Jobs in Port Wentworth, 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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Lead Warehouse Worker - Weekend Night Shift

  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 1 hour ago

Position Summary: 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 2 hours ago

Now Hiring: Forklift Operators in Rincon, GA.** **Shifts & Pay** + 5:00 AM 1:30 PM (OT possible until 2:30 PM, MonFri; Saturdays 5:00 AM 1:30 PM) + Pay: $19/hr + 3:00 PM 11:30 PM (OT possible...

Lead Warehouse Worker - Weekend Night Shift

  • Pooler, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pooler, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Summary: 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...

Warehouse Worker- Clamp Truck Operator- Weekend Night Shift

  • Springfield, GA (19 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Springfield, GA (19 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Location: Springfield 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...

Flex Warehouse Associate

  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 1 day ago

The pay for this position is $19.25/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,...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate

  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Wentworth, GA
  • 1 day ago

The pay for this position is $19.25/hr Located on New Route 5 Port Wentworth CAT Bus Line! We are Wayfair; we deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of...

General Labor- Forklift Operator

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Forklift/General Labor for a Hardware store located in Hinesville GA. This position includes Loading and unloading materials w/Forklift Schedule:...

Warehouse Box Labeler / Warehouse Associate

  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking Warehouse Box Labelers to join our team The primary responsibility of this role is to accurately label boxes for storage and shipping purposes in our warehouse facility...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Material Handler

  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Rincon, US-GA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Material Handler Your Job Georgia-Pacific is seeking Material Handlers at our Rincon, GA facility to work in a high energy and dynamic organization...

OR Supply Chain Technician

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) OR Supply Chain Technician with Memorial Health University Medical Center...

Heavy Equipment Processor/Forklift Operator

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Manufacturing-Forklift Operator Are you looking to join a company where you'll work with new, top of the line heavy equipment? Keen, a Wallenius Wilhelmsen company, is seeking...

Immediate Hiring For Forklift Operator

  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rincon, GA (7 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operator - $19-20/hr Job Description Work in a warehouse either receiving inbound materials or loading outbound shipments. Operate equipment such as clamps, order pickers, reach trucks,...

Warehouse Worker

  • Springfield, GA (19 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, GA (19 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description We are seeking a dependable and organized Warehouse Worker/Helper to support our construction operations. This role will assist the Warehouse Manager in managing...

Forklift Operator

  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Savannah, GA (9 miles from Port Wentworth, GA)
  • 8 days ago

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for operating forklifts, including 6K to a 36K models, to move, load, and store materials. This role also involves maintaining safety standards, preparing...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Port Wentworth, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Port Wentworth, 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 Port Wentworth, 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%