Material Handler Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Northwood, IA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Northwood, IA
  • 5 hours ago

Material Handler Wage: $18.00 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am-3:00pm (Mon-Thurs) + 6:00am-10:00am (Fri) This client is a custom fabricator of flexible cellular and plastic materials....

Warehouse Worker

  • Carter Lake, IA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Carter Lake, IA
  • 5 hours ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make it! O ur selector associates start at $26.45 / hour, plus incentive....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 14 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Warehouse Worker

  • Spencer, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spencer, IA
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Worker | $17 per hour Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, Some Saturdays A local seed Warehouse is seeking Warehouse Workers to join their growing team! Job duties may include: washing and...

Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago

The warehouse worker will be responsible for operating industrial equipment and forklift trucks to perform all material handling assignments....

Overhead Crane Material Handler

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Overhead Crane Material Handler - WEEKLY PAY START ASAP *** We are seeking a skilled shop worker to join our team as a material handler!...

Warehouse Associate - Full-Time and Benefits!

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

As our nationwide growth accelerates, our Warehouse Operations team in Des Moines plays a key role in driving forward our mission of Bringing Happiness to Every Home by ensuring all products are...

Warehouse Associate

  • Muscatine, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Muscatine, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 3318 Park Ave W, Muscatine, IA 52761 IAMUS Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 12:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Perioperative Supply Chain Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 2 days ago

The University of Iowa Health Care Supply Chain Department is seeking a Supply Chain Associate to manage supplies in the operating rooms and clinic areas. Duties to include: Serve as a Supply...

Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The Warehouse/Forklift Operator is responsible for the proper movement of materials throughout the manufacturing plant. The position's top priority is to...

Warehouse Associate

  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 2 days ago

Company & Benefits Information At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive...

Material Handler, 1st Shift

  • Riceville, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riceville, IA
  • 2 days ago

Unloading and loading trucks using material handling equipment. Accepting loads and receiving material into the system. Completing accurate inventory counts....

Material Handler, 1st Shift

  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA
  • 2 days ago

line and/or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconformance products to our customers Support the environmental policy with proactive process implementation, improvement...

Material Handler - Day Shift

  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago

Day Shift, Monday - Friday, 06:30am - 03:00pm As a Material Handler, you will have an important role on our team helping us provide sophisticated supply chain solutions to our customers....

Material Handler - Afternoon Shift

  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 2 days ago

Afternoon Shift, Monday - Friday, 04:00pm - 12:30am As a Material Handler, you will have an important role on our team helping us provide sophisticated supply chain solutions to our customers....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Iowa offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
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 Iowa
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%