Material Handler Jobs in Trafalgar, 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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Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 17 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)

  • Mooresville, IN (18 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mooresville, IN (18 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 17 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...

Warehouse Associate 2nd Shift

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Associates Temp-to-Hire Opportunity in Greenwood, IN Now hiring experienced Warehouse Associates for a temp-to-hire opportunity on 2nd shift! Join a fast-paced, team-oriented environment...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Monrovia, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Monrovia, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 3 days 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 FT

  • Edinburgh, IN (12 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edinburgh, IN (12 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 4 days ago

R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-Time Freight Handlers at our Edinburgh, IN Service Center.to unload and load trailers. Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $25.35 hr...

Warehouse Administrator(Must know SAP)/Forklift Operator

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Communication between freight companies, warehouse customers, material handlers and truck drivers. Warehouse administrators share responsible for data entry, inventory, and safety audits....

Lead Indirect Labor Material Handler (Warehouse, 3rd Shift)

  • Shelbyville, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Performs the material handling requirements of the plant, generally via operation of a fork truck. Loads and unloads materials to designated plants/areas as necessary....

3rd Shift Part-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. On average, our warehouse employees...

1st Shift Part-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. On average, our warehouse employees...

2nd Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Full-Time Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week Starting Wage: $XX.XX - $XX.XX per hour (based on shift and schedule differential pay) Shift: 1st Shift - 7:00AM start time Now Hiring:...

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Full-Time Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week Starting Wage: $19.50 - $23.50 per hour (based on shift and schedule differential pay) Shift: 1st Shift - 7:00AM start time Now Hiring:...

3rd Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. While not guaranteed, on average our...

Material Handler (2nd shift) - O'Neal Steel / Shelbyville, IN

  • Shelbyville, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IN (22 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days ago

O'Neal Steel has openings for a Material Handler 2nd shift (2 pm - 10 pm, Mon-Friday) at our Shelbyville, IN facility. The Material Handler will load and unload material within a warehouse....

Forklift Operator

  • Mooresville, IN (18 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mooresville, IN (18 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days 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!...

Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN (16 miles from Trafalgar, IN)
  • 10 days ago

Our client, Ulta Beauty, is seeking Forklift Operators and Warehouse Associates to join their team. As a Forklift Operator and Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the operations team...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Trafalgar, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Trafalgar, 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 Trafalgar, 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%