Material Handler Jobs in Louisville, 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

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • moments ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • moments ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 3319 Industrial Pkwy, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 INJEF Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator (PT) - Dayton Freight $23.35/hour

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 hours ago

HIRING Part-Time Dock Workers at New Pay SCALE $23.35/hr! You belong at Dayton Freight! Join our team of Dock Workers and be a part of The Dayton Difference. As a Dock Worker, you will load and...

Forklift Operator

  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Charlestown, IN (16 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 15 hours ago

1st Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Forklift Operator The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product...

US Warehouse Worker-Contractor

  • Sellersburg, IN (9 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sellersburg, IN (9 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 16 hours ago

We are hiring **Warehouse Workers** in Sellerburg IN. These are the details: **Job Details** + Location: Sellerburg IN + Pay: $22.50 (48.00) + Shift/Hours: 6am-4:30pm Monday thru Thursday...

Material Handling Forklift Operator

  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Robinson Lumber Company is looking for a Material Handling Forklift Operator to join our growing team at our facility in New Albany, Indiana!...

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Youll be: Unloading pallets and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually and/or using Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down forklift...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Youll be: Unloading pallets and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually and/or using Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down forklift...

Warehouse Worker, Part-Time

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, Part-timel. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Sit Down Forklift Operators in Buckner, Kentucky Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.00 per hour Overtime Pay $27.00 per hour Schedule:...

Warehouse Material Handler Hiring Event

  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is Immediately hiring Full-Time Sit-Down Forklift Operators and Case Pickers in Buckner, Kentucky Hiring Event - Walk-In Interviews Location: 4555 W. HWY 146 Buckner, KY 40010 Date: 7/1,...

Warehouse Associate (Day Shift)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

. * **For PIE operators: ability to operate warehouse vehicles, material handling equipment and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck...

Warehouse Worker

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Skills Packing Inventory management Picking General labor Packaging Loading Order picking Production Material handling Shipping and receiving Forklift operation Additional Skills & Qualifications...

Warehouse Worker - 1st Shift

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Come Work with Us! Benefits Start Day 1 1,000 New Hire Incentive! Taylor is proud to now offer DailyPay. With DailyPay, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit...

Warehouse Worker

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

We at Kelly are seeking Warehouse Associates to work in Louisville, KY. This is a great opportunity for a career position for experienced warehouse associates. SHIFT OPTIONS: 2rd shift- Monday-...

Warehouse Worker, On-Call

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Worker, On-Call 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars Louisville, KY AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, On-Call....

Demographic Data for Louisville, KY

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Louisville, 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 Louisville, 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%