Material Handler Jobs in Sanford, ME

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 Material Handler

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Warehouse Material Handler you want with your current employer?...

Seafood Warehouse Associate

  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saco, ME (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Duties: Must have a license, this job is warehouse work with some driving duties. Grading lobsters by size or firmness. Receiving lobster crates and organizing them in our lobster tank and...

Warehouse Material Handler Durham, NH

  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 15 hours ago

Warehouse Material Handler Durham, NH** Adecco is hiring immediately for Entry Level and Skilled Material Handlers with our client in Durham, NH....

Supply Chain Associate

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 2 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS Night Warehouse Selector! Ready to build a career with a company that's leading the foodservice industry? ***$5,000 RETENTION BONUS FOR ELIGIBLE NEW HIRES!*** SHIFT: Sunday -...

All Terrain Forklift Operator

  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 3 days ago

All Terrain Forklift Operator at PC Construction Company FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description PC is seeking an experienced safety-oriented rough-all terrain Forklift, Lull, and Telehandler...

LCM Material Handler

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 4 days ago

LCM Material Handler ID: 551639 Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: Portsmouth, NH Category: LI - Light Industrial Job Type: Temp to Direct Duration: Contract to Di Description Are you an LCM Material Handler...

Warehouse Worker

  • Somersworth, NH (12 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Somersworth, NH (12 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 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 Associate - Full TIme

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 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 - Full TIme

  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (15 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 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

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 12 days ago

Forklift Operator - Dover, NH - Can Start Immediately! Job Type: Contract to Hire Location : Dover, New Hampshire Shifts Available: 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 2nd Shift:...

Material Handler

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented warehouse workers to join our team in Dover. In this role, you will operate various types of warehouse equipment,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 13 days ago

Westaff is looking for a Warehouse Associate for our client in Dover NH! Job Requirements No experience required (OTJ training, trainable opp) Able to stand up and bend for entire shift Able to...

Second Shift Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dover, NH (16 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 15 days ago

Handling Moving Material Lifting Sit Down Forklifts Math and Calculation Basic Computer Skills Qualifications Years of experience: 1 year Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in...

Order Picker

  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 20 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (23 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 20 days ago

Six months comparable warehouse experience; six months experience with warehouse material handling equipment (electric pallet jack or high low) and six months experience working with manual order selection...

Lead Night Selector

  • Kittery Point, ME (21 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 20 days ago
  • Kittery Point, ME (21 miles from Sanford, ME)
  • 20 days ago

Six months comparable warehouse experience; six months experience with warehouse material handling equipment (electric pallet jack or high low) and six months experience working with manual order selection...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Sanford, ME

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Sanford, ME 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 Sanford, ME
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%