Material Handler Jobs in Sparks, NV

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

  • Sparks, NV
  • 3 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 3 days ago

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is...

Warehouse Night Order Selector

  • Sun Valley, NV (4 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sun Valley, NV (4 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is...

Warehouse Worker

  • Floriston, CA (19 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 12 days ago
  • Floriston, CA (19 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 12 days ago

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker

  • Sun Valley, NV (4 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sun Valley, NV (4 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 2 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $22.95 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 Weekly Pay

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 8 hours ago

Safely and efficiently operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and material handling equipment, to receive or transport product to storage and staging locations....

Distribution Associate-5559

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 10 hours ago

Position Title: Distribution Associate Location: Reno, Nevada Reports to: Distribution Supervisor Description Newell Brands is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the...

Forklift Operator - Day Shift - M-F (6:00am - 2:30pm)

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Safely and efficiently operate all material handling equipment, to include batteries and chargers. Maintain all safety, GMP, and area housekeeping standards....

1st Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 1 day ago

Willingness to train and be certified to drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Warehouse Associate

  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 2 days ago

Grinder Carson City, NV Clerial Assistant Minden, NV Warehouse Associate SPARKS, NV Order: 1057518 Order Type : Long Term Logistics Warehouse on USA Parkway 1st Shift - Sun to Wed 6:00am to 4:30pm...

Warehouse Associate

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago

. * Assist with outdoor material handling and organization. * Operate forklifts and other equipment as needed in the yard. * Working outside in the elements is required * Steel toed boots are required...

Warehouse Associate

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago

Apply at: www.kss4jobs.com/Nevada_Job_Listings.aspx Job Title: Warehouse Associate Location: Reno, NV 89512 Job Type: Full-Time (ranges 7:30am 5:30pm) Compensation: $18 per hour What Were Looking...

Warehouse Associate II - Maintenance Technician

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 3 days ago

S&S ACTIVEWEAR - Reno, NV JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION ABOUT US Be part of something special – a place where work feels like a community, not just a job. We're a vibrant and innovative crew...

Material Handler II

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago

In this full time Material Handler II role, you will safely and accurately be picking orders and cycle counting using powered industrial equipment....

Forklift Operator

  • Sparks, NV
  • 4 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 4 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Material Handler

  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reno, NV (3 miles from Sparks, NV)
  • 4 days ago

Material Handler Adecco US, Inc....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Sparks, NV

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 Sparks, NV 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 Sparks, NV
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%