Material Handler Jobs in Greenfield, 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 Worker 1st Shift 7-3

  • Turners Falls, MA (3 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Turners Falls, MA (3 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Location Address: 262 Millers Falls Rd., Turners Falls, Massachusetts 01376 Work Shift: 8hr-1st Shift 7a-3p Turners Falls (United States of America)Warehouse workers will unload trucks, transfer...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 8 Obryan Drive, Brattleboro, VT 05301 $21 an hour - Part-time UPS 62,397 reviews $21 an hour - Part-time Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Amherst, MA (19 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Amherst, MA (19 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

15-Aug-2025 Retail Warehouse Associate Part time Occasional-Seasonal (Seasonal) Job Description As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our...

Warehouse, Worker - Night Shift

  • Easthampton, MA (24 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Easthampton, MA (24 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 3 days 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...

Warehouse Associate

  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to...

Forklift Operator I

  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Level I (0-5 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE); JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for safely operating electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting...

Forklift Operator II

  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Description : Hours would be from 5;45pm - 6:15am rotating shift Level II (5-10 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE); JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Responsible for safely...

Materials Handler I - 1st Shift

  • Deerfield, MA (6 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Deerfield, MA (6 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Timely and accurate stock replenishment and refills the production line with the required materials to maintain a steady flow....

Forklift Operator Incentive, 2nd shift

  • Hatfield, MA (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hatfield, MA (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker or other required materials handling equipment (MHE)....

Forklift Operator Incentive, 2nd shift

  • North Hatfield, MA (15 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Hatfield, MA (15 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker or other required materials handling equipment (MHE)....

Material Handler- Night Shift- $20.28 - $3/HR shift premium - $1,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Northampton, MA (20 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 10 days ago

The Material Handler is responsible for picking customer orders, inventory transactions, effective stock keeping operations within Flavor Manufacturing....

forklift operator FDC 1st shift

  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 15 days ago

positively impact our communities Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee...

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

  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Starting at 100% union scale wage day 1 available to eligible candidates who apply before 9/30/25 ($31.65) Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually...

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

  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (16 miles from Greenfield, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description 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...

Blake Equipment Warehouse Associate

  • Greenfield, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenfield, MA
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Greenfield, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Greenfield, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
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 Greenfield, 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%