Material Handler Jobs in Auburn, MA

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 - Entry Level

  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Posting: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make...

Warehouse, Worker - Night Shift

  • Worcester, MA (5 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (5 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Forklift Operator

  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator at 48forty Solutions and Relogistics Services FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 2d Job Description Forklift Operator Location US-MA-Westborough ID 2025-1181 Category Plant Operations...

Blake Equipment Warehouse Associate

  • Pascoag, RI (17 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pascoag, RI (17 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Blake Equipment Warehouse Associate - Pascoag, RI Blake Equipment is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States,...

Material Handler

  • Uxbridge, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Material Handler will supply other departments with all the materials required to complete their tasks....

USA-Material Handler I (Light Industrial) 1st Shift

  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 1 day ago

May operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment. Store, transfer and distribute material according to specific material requirements....

Material Handler

  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler Shift : Mon-Fri, 6:15am - 2:45pm Pay : $ 19/hour + Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k) + Sick Time Responsibilities : Packaging materials, making kits for the production team...

Warehouse Worker

  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Worker** **Job Description** The Warehouse Worker will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse by staging materials and delivering them to the production...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

  • Webster, MA (9 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Webster, MA (9 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago

This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations....

Material Handler - Material Handler Material Handler

  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (13 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago

will be responsible for Robotics assembly, Material Handling, and product packaging....

USA-Material Handler I (Light Industrial) 1st Shift

  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler I (Light Industrial) Northborough MA 01532 1st Shift Duration: 12+ Months Handle raw material and non-stock receipts Distribute finished goods Coordinate material movement between...

Warehouse Associate; Forklift-1St Shift

  • Worcester, MA (5 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (5 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Dennison Lubricants, Inc. is currently looking for enthusiastic, passionate Warehouse Associates to join our team. Company Profile Dennison prides itself on being a family-run business with a...

Cut-off Operator/ Material Stockroom Associate

  • Auburn, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, MA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Will set up and operate sawing machines. Produce items from various materials to blue print, sketches and work instructions. Maintain raw material storage area and keep inventory under...

2nd Shift Material Handler

  • Shrewsbury, MA (9 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (9 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Operate material handling equipment as needed. Utilize RF scanners for inventory management. Unload and load products efficiently....

Forklift Operator - Experienced - FT

  • Dayville, CT (23 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayville, CT (23 miles from Auburn, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse duties, including handling material and operating a forklift...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Auburn, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Auburn, MA 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, MA
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%