Material Handler Jobs in South Barre, 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 (US)

Holden, MA (13 miles from South Barre, MA)
6 hours ago

Holden, MA (13 miles from South Barre, MA)
6 hours ago

handling and completing all required paperwork in accordance to company policies and procedures....

Warehouse Worker 12hr D Shift Nights

Montague, MA (23 miles from South Barre, MA)
2 days ago

Montague, MA (23 miles from South Barre, MA)
2 days ago

Location Address: 262 Millers Falls Rd., Turners Falls, Massachusetts 01376 Work Shift: 12hr-D Shift (United States of America) Warehouse workers will unload trucks, transfer and store finished...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Leominster, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
3 days ago

Leominster, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Local Non-CDL Driver/Warehouse Worker (Forklift Driver) - $21 - $23/hr + OT

Auburn, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
4 days ago

Auburn, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
4 days ago

Job Info Job Location: Auburn, MA Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire Hours Per Shift: 10 Hours Hours Per Week: 50 Hours Shift Start Time: 05:00 am Working Days: Mon-Fri...

Supply Chain Associate

North Oxford, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
4 days ago

North Oxford, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
4 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 3 Boulder Pkwy, North Oxford, MA 01537 MAWOR Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm 15 - 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

Leominster, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
5 days ago

Leominster, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
5 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

Baldwinville, MA (15 miles from South Barre, MA)
5 days ago

Baldwinville, MA (15 miles from South Barre, MA)
5 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

Oxford, MA (21 miles from South Barre, MA)
6 days ago

Oxford, MA (21 miles from South Barre, MA)
6 days ago

Warehouse Worker Seeking a first shift (8am-430pm) warehouse workers in Oxford MA with forklift experience. The pay is 19/hr to start. All who are interested are encouraged to apply for a call...

Class A CDL Driver/Warehouse Worker

Orange, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
7 days ago

Orange, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
7 days ago

PetesTire Barns was started by Peter A. Gerry in 1968 and has grown to one of thelargest independent tire dealerships in the country. Petes currently operates22 full-service locations in New...

Material Handler

Westminster, MA (14 miles from South Barre, MA)
8 days ago

Westminster, MA (14 miles from South Barre, MA)
8 days ago

Materials handlers must be able to label, stencil, tag, mark orders, band, bundle, wrap, over-pack, and palletize as required....

Warehouse Associate, Weekends

Boylston, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
9 days ago

Boylston, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
9 days ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Warehouse Associate, Inbound

Boylston, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
10 days ago

Boylston, MA (19 miles from South Barre, MA)
10 days ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

WAREHOUSE WORKER (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm)

Sterling, MA (16 miles from South Barre, MA)
10 days ago

Sterling, MA (16 miles from South Barre, MA)
10 days ago

Overview Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our...

Warehouse Material Handler

Northborough, MA (23 miles from South Barre, MA)
11 days ago

Northborough, MA (23 miles from South Barre, MA)
11 days ago

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $20/hour - Evening Shifts

Charlton, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
11 days ago

Charlton, MA (18 miles from South Barre, MA)
11 days ago

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in South Barre, MA

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 South Barre, 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 South Barre, 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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