Material Handler Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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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Material Handler

  • Noblesville, IN (22 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Noblesville, IN (22 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 3 hours ago

PURPOSE The purpose of the Material Handler position is to accurately perform tasks according to work instructions that are related to storing, picking, consolidating, organizing, moving, packaging,...

Forklift Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Hostler/Forklift Operator The Hostler/Forklift operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is also responsible for the...

Warehouse Worker

  • Westfield, IN (18 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Westfield, IN (18 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 hours ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make it! Our Warehouse Selectors start at: $24.09 per hour, plus pay incentives....

Forklift Operator

  • Clayton, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Clayton, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 4 hours ago

Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus. Be part of the worlds largest logistics company!...

Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Greenwood, IN (12 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greenwood, IN (12 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

Warehouse Associates Temp-to-Hire Opportunity in Greenwood, IN Now hiring Warehouse Associates for multiple full-time, temp-to-hire positions in Greenwood, IN! Join a fast-paced, team-oriented...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate (Plainfield, IN)

  • Clayton, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clayton, IN (23 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

Available Shift Details: Monday - Thursday 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM- 5:00 PM Friday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 5:00 AM Friday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM About the Role As a Material Handler...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate (Plainfield, IN)

  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

Available Shift Details: Monday - Thursday 6:00 PM - 4:00 AM Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM- 5:00 PM Friday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 5:00 AM Friday - Sunday 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM About the Role As a Material Handler...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker

  • McCordsville, IN (13 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • McCordsville, IN (13 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 5 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $21.95 - $21.95 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

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 hours ago

Warehouse Associate 4910 W 78th St, Indianapolis, IN 46268, USA Req #5542 Monday, June 30, 2025 We are hiring Warehouse Associate / Package Handler for our Indianapolis, IN facility. Applying is...

TPM Warehouse Associate

  • Greenfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Greenfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Summary: This position is responsible for performing various warehouse duties, such as sorting pallets, operating a forklift to load, unload, and receive materials, completing paperwork/data...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, IN (17 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Warehouse Associate

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

Category: Commercial Construction Location: Indianapolis Indiana United States Full-Time Warehouse Associate - Jack Laurie Group (Indianapolis, IN) Details

Automated Warehouse Material Handler 1st shift

  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitestown, IN (21 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview The Automated Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the fulfillment of customer orders by retrieving and stacking specific product and quantities as specified on the pick ticket...

Warehouse Worker

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Employee Job Description Join our team as a Warehouse Employee, focusing primarily on the order building area. You will be cross-trained in picking, packing, and shipping as needed. This...

Warehouse Worker

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN
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%