Material Handler Jobs in Kansas City, KS

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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Materials Handler 2 - 2nd shift

  • Knorr-Bremse
  • Riverside, MO (3 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Riverside, MO (3 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 19 hours ago

Materials Handler 2 - 2nd shift LOCATION: Riverside / Missouri (US-MO), United States | BRAND: New York Air Brake | REQUISITION ID: 10543 | JOB GRADE: 08 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site Since 1890, New York...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (21 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

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Warehouse Worker 2nd Shift

  • Metals USA
  • Liberty, MO (16 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Liberty, MO (16 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Locates products that have been completed in a first step process Order filling Packages product Scales and tags product Uses plant specific packaging equipment which includes conveyors, stackers, down...

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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 2 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - Kansas City, KS

  • Tyson Foods
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago

Job Details: To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays a key role in our success. That is where you come...

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Forklift Operator

  • Koch Industries, Inc.
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Job Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Forklift Operator to join our Corrugated facility in Kansas City, MO! Our forklift operators will operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload trailers...

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Forklift Operator

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Kearney, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kearney, MO (22 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

handling processMust be able to perform the functions of the Material Handling 1 positionMust have ability to obtain motorized equipment licenseMust be able to learn to operate forklift equipment safelyMust...

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Warehouse Associate I

  • White Cap Construction Supply
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS (19 miles from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (1 mile from Kansas City, KS)
  • 45+ 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...

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Demographic Data for Kansas City, KS

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Material Handler Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Kansas City, KS

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Kansas City, KS offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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 Kansas City, KS
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%