Material Handler Jobs in Harvard, 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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Supply Chain Associate

  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day 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 -...

Warehouse Associate

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, putting-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Worker

  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

B22 - SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS / MATERIAL MGMT - HANDLER - W - MATERIALS HANDLER - DO NOT USE For

  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

B22 - SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS / MATERIAL MGMT - HANDLER - W - MATERIALS HANDLER - DO NOT USE for#25-63375 Devens, MA All On-site Job Description Work location: Devens, MA 100% onsite Shift A1 6:00am...

Warehouse Associate

  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate Warehouse $ 20.50 / Hour location_on Bedford, Massachusetts work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is searching for a...

Warehouse Associate

  • Ayer, MA (4 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ayer, MA (4 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Warehouse Associate Location: Ayer, MA Hours: Monday to Friday (Saturdays required if needed) 1st Shift: 7:30AM - 4:00PM $21.75/hr Job Description: Loading and unloading of trucks...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Sales Warehouse/Material Handler

  • Wilmington, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (21 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Service Operations Warehousers are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Service Operations Warehousers are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse tasks, including moving material...

Material Handler

  • Leominster, MA (9 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (9 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Your Job Georgia-Pacifics Dixie facility in Leominster, MA is seeking a Material Handler for our 12-hour night shift....

Materials Handler

  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler Location: Devens, MA Hours/Schedule: Rotating Panama shift - A1 6:00am to 6:00pm Pay Range: $20.00 - $21.20/hr Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent Responsibilities...

Material Handler II, Cell Therapy

  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Devens, MA (2 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Marlborough, MA (10 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (10 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Warehouse Associate

  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (17 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 7 Pittsburgh Ave, Nashua, NH 03062 NHNAS Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Warehouse Associate

  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Harvard, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Harvard, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.

Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Material Handler position

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