Material Handler Jobs in Southaven, MS

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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Forklift Operator

  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 hour ago

Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus....

Material Handler (Packer) - 2nd shift

  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 2 hours ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel...

Material Handler Forklift Operator

  • Southaven, MS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 9 hours ago

Material Handler Forklift Operator** Adecco is hiring immediately for Material Handler Forklift Operators with our client in Southaven, MS....

Material Handler (1st Shift)

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 9 hours ago

Material Handler** **Job Description** All work areas are in Refrigerated and Freezer conditions- this is a requirement of this position....

Hiring Material Handlers ASAP $17/hr

  • Southaven, MS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 9 hours ago

Hiring Material Handlers!...

$20/HR. MTN - Forklift Operator Needed 07/01/25

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 11 hours ago

un ***$20/HR. MTN - Forklift Operator Needed 07/01/25*** (Memphis) compensation: $20 PER HOUR Looking for a forklift operator to assist with unloading product from a trailer. We will be throwing...

Warehouse Worker/Cover Driver

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 15 hours ago

Warehouse Worker/Temporary Cover Driver **Who exactly are UPS Warehouse Worker/Temporary Cover Drivers?** They work inside as a warehouse worker and when needed, theyre the ones who drive our...

Warehouse Associate

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Olive Branch, MS - 192, 10600 Ridge Wood Drive Olive Branch, Mississippi - 38654 Pay: $18/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm You...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate 2 - Full Time

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

268788 Location: Mississippi Distribution Center Address: 8500 Nail Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654, United States (US) Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt) Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Position...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate 1 - Full Time

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

268787 Location: Mississippi Distribution Center Address: 8500 Nail Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654, United States (US) Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt) Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Position...

CIL Forklift Operator-2

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Performs various duties in a warehouse management system to receive and ship product and process customer returns. Responsible for performing routine and some non-routine warehouse tasks including...

Senior Warehouse Associate

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

The Sr Warehouse Associate performs receiving, stock keeping, picking, packing, and shipping activities. Also responsible for counter sales, housekeeping and related quality assurance activities....

Distribution Associate II - Parcel - 12pm - $1.50 Shift Diff!

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Expected Travel : None Requisition ID : 12397 About Teleflex Incorporated As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of...

Warehouse Associate

  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olive Branch, MS (11 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 1 day ago

General material handling duties using a forklift. Fantastic opportunity at growing company! So, why ORBIS? Employees are eligible for most benefits after 30 days of employment....

Forklift Operator

  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS (20 miles from Southaven, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Adecco is actively hiring in Byhalia Mississippi for experienced Crown Dock stocker operators! Must be 18 yrs or older. Must have valid driver's license. Must have 6 months experience in warehouse...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Southaven, MS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Southaven, MS 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 Southaven, MS
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%