Material Handler Jobs in Lapel, 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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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 12 hours ago

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of...

Warehouse Material Handler Immediately Hiring

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 15 hours ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in Indianapolis, IN Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right Warehouse Associate...

Receiving Forklift Operator (US Citizen)- Greenfield, Indiana

  • Greenfield, IN (17 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Greenfield, IN (17 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 20 hours ago

handling equipment as needed (fork lift, pallet jack, etc.)...

Forklift Operator

  • Pendleton, IN (7 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pendleton, IN (7 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Quincy Recycle Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift 3:00p-11:30p

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago

2nd Shift Forklift Operator - Indianapolis, IN 258 S. Kitley Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46219 Compensation & Schedule: $17.50 - $24 per hour | Hourly | Full-Time Monday-Friday, 2nd Shift...

Warehouse Associate

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate Education & Experience: High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent desired. One year of warehouse related experience Forklift certification preferred or the ability to receive...

Material Handler

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago

We're seeking a Material Handler to work at a premier client, Sedgwick, in Plainfield, IN. Sound good? Take a closer look below....

eCom Warehouse Worker

  • McCordsville, IN (11 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • McCordsville, IN (11 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $21.95 - $25.45 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 Material Handler

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handler in Indianapolis, IN Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $19.00 per hour Click here to see and...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Requisition #3479 Warehouse Associate I Location : 2855 Fortune Circle West, Indianapolis, IN 46241 Duration : 3 Months+ Pay rate : $17 Schedule : 6 AM Till 3 PM ( Mon- Fri ) Positions : 2...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker

  • Sheridan, IN (22 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sheridan, IN (22 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 2 days 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...

Material Handler

  • Noblesville, IN (6 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Noblesville, IN (6 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days 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 (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days 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 (17 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westfield, IN (17 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days 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....

Warehouse Associate

  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (24 miles from Lapel, IN)
  • 3 days 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...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Lapel, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Lapel, 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 Lapel, 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%