Material Handler Jobs in Auburn, KY

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 (Part-Time)

  • Franklin, KY (13 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Franklin, KY (13 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

General Summary Performs a variety of retail operations functions to ensure sales readiness and customer support at Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) service and cooperative locations. Job...

Forklift Operator

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 23 hours ago

handler Forklift operator 6-month exp required....

Warehouse Worker

  • Morgantown, KY (21 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morgantown, KY (21 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Worker PeopleReady of Beaver Dam, KY is now hiring Warehouse Workers in Morgantown, KY! As a Warehouse Worker, you will pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping. Apply today and you...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Russellville, KY (8 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Russellville, KY (8 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24.5 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...

eCom Warehouse Worker

  • Russellville, KY (8 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Russellville, KY (8 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $24.5 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 Worker - Package Handler

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 12 days 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

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 13 days ago

Make a difference. Overview: Receive, store, select, pack, and distribute warehouse inventory. Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm Compensation Details: The expected pay rate...

Warehouse Worker - Join Fast

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Warehouse Worker - Join Fast compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Accurately stage and sort products for loading Package or kit finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing,...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Material Handler

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 45+ days ago

Handler preferred Qualifications/Skills: Able to lift up to 50 pounds Able to operate Forklifts...

Forklift Operator

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 60+ days ago

-A minimum of 6 months' experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required....

Warehouse Associate

  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY (17 miles from Auburn, KY)
  • 90+ days ago

The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory between the dock, sales floor, product repair, customer pickup and delivery. This role ensures the...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Auburn, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Auburn, KY 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 Auburn, KY
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%