Material Handler Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 16 hours ago

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 same...

Material Handler

  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their team. As a Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the production support team ensuring that operations...

Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Forklift Driver for Day Shift-Experienced Forklift driver-3 days a week and 4 day every other week---Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday $17.35 an hour Located in Jackson,...

Warehouse Associate (Receiving) - Perryville, MD

  • Perryville, MO (19 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Perryville, MO (19 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Summary Warehouse Associates make sure that products are properly received, selected, and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. Our teams are comprised of...

Forklift Operator Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Forklift Driver for Night Shift-Experienced Forklift driver-3 days a week and 4 day every other week---Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday $17.35 an hour. Minimum 1 year of...

Forklift Operator - Day & Night Shifts

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago

The core responsibilities of this role include: Safely operate a forklift and/or Tugger, perform material handler job duties to include loading and unloading, stacking, staging and palletizing product...

Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the production department supporting...

Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 25 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 25 days ago

Our client, a dynamic player in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the operations department supporting...

Warehouse Associate - Immediate, Flexible Opportunities

  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Hyer is a simple app that connects you to local, immediate, gig work. Similar to Instacart, Instawork, Uber, Lyft and ShiptHyer makes it easy for you to work when and where you want. Posting...

Production Warehouse Associate

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Production Support $15.25 - $15.75 per hour Long term.... easy work! Dont wait learn a new skill and advance with us! Apply today! Our client in Jackson MO is looking for hardworking, motivated...

Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

\n The core responsibilities of this role include: Safely operate a forklift and/or Tugger, perform material handler job duties to include loading and unloading, stacking, staging and palletizing product...

Demographic Data for Cape Girardeau, MO

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Cape Girardeau, MO 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 Cape Girardeau, MO
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%