Material Handler Jobs in Sugar Valley, 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 - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Adairsville, GA (15 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Adairsville, GA (15 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Forklift operator

  • Adairsville, GA (15 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Adairsville, GA (15 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 20 days ago

Forklift operator 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Adairsville, GA Job Summary Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains...

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

  • Dalton, GA (13 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dalton, GA (13 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 20 days ago

Previous material handler experience working in a manufacturing environment is desired. Certified forklift training (sit down and stand-up)....

Forklift Operator

  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 27 days ago

Forklift Experience Needed:** - Sit-down / Stand-up / Clamp - RF-scan gun - Attention to detail / cycle counting / making sure locations are all correct when staging and pulling product - Computer...

Parts Warehouse Associate / Delivery Driver

  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are: From Georgia. For Georgia. Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality...

Shipping - Top Sorter/Material Handler - 1st shift

  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Shipping - Top Sorter/Material Handler - 1st shift Job Category: Shipping/Distribution Requisition Number: SHIPP001183 Posting Details Posted: May 14, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations 1 location Rome...

Warehouse Associate

  • Chatsworth, GA (18 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chatsworth, GA (18 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, putting-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

Dockworker/Forklift Operator (THL)

  • Tunnel Hill, GA (19 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tunnel Hill, GA (19 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview XGS warehouse dockworkers are responsible for loading and unloading freight by hand or by using a pallet jack/forklift, sorting product, and ensuring that trailers are properly and...

Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (7 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered work environment Modern facilities Clean, late model...

Material Handler Cutting

  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rome, GA (21 miles from Sugar Valley, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Responds to special requests (emergency orders) from operators and supervisors for material handling assistance....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Sugar Valley, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Sugar Valley, 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 Sugar Valley, 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%