Material Handler Jobs in Kentucky

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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eCom Warehouse Worker

  • Oak Grove, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oak Grove, KY
  • 3 hours 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...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Winchester, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift Req #1538 Winchester, Winchester, Kentucky, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 10:00 PM | Expires Friday, June 27, 2025 at...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours 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 - 3rd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours 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...

DOT Driver and Warehouse Associate

  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable DOT Driver/Warehouse Associate to join our team. In this dual-role position, you will be responsible for managing warehouse operations and picking orders....

Material Specialist

  • Hebron, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 12 hours ago

Materials Specialist** **Job Description** As a Materials Specialist, you will be responsible for receiving, binning, shipping, and issuing materials and aircraft parts. You will create Repair...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: + Most desirable candidate would have 1-2 years experience in material handling or a related field....

Warehouse Associate II

  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Harrodsburg, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and...

Warehouse Associate

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago

Resource MFG is Hiring in Frankfort!! Pay: $14 per hour Shift: 7a-3:30pm Mon-Fri Picking and Packing product for shipments, refurbishing electronic products, prepping shipments for loading,...

Warehouse Associate I

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

Join our team at Ring Container! We are looking for an 8-hour 2nd shift Forklift Driver. Hours are 4pm-12am. Overtime is available. We offer health insurance benefits after 30 days of employment....

Warehouse Associate

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

Position Description Summary: Receiving Associate: Support the warehouse operations both on and off the airport site. Warehouse associates must have the ability to process shipping and receiving...

Branch Warehouse Worker

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

We're looking for a full-time Branch Warehouse Worker to join our Cope Plastics team in Louisville, KY. Our warehouse workers play a vital role in the success of our company and ensure that...

Warehouse Associate

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 213 Peterson Dr, Elizabethtown, KY 42701 KYELZ Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

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

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

  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly hear you, and were here for you! Were seeking a Forklift Operator to work at a premier manufacturing...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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%