Material Handler Jobs in Portsmouth, NH

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

  • Newburyport, MA (17 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Newburyport, MA (17 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 4 hours 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

  • Greenland, NH (3 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Greenland, NH (3 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 7 hours ago

Do you have Forklift Experience? Then we are looking for you! Our client, a Warehouse, located in Greenland NH is currently looking for Forklift Drivers to join their 2nd Shift. We are a looking...

Cath Lab Supply Chain Technician

  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 1 day ago

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Cath Lab Supply Chain Technician? At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has...

All Terrain Forklift Operator

  • Rochester, NH (16 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NH (16 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 1 day ago

All Terrain Forklift Operator at PC Construction Company FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Job Description PC is seeking an experienced safety-oriented rough-all terrain Forklift, Lull, and Telehandler...

LCM Material Handler

  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 2 days ago

LCM Material Handler ID: 551639 Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: Portsmouth, NH Category: LI - Light Industrial Job Type: Temp to Direct Duration: Contract to Di Description Are you an LCM Material Handler...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Wells, ME (19 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wells, ME (19 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 4 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...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Raymond, NH (20 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (20 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 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

  • Somersworth, NH (13 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Somersworth, NH (13 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 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

  • Rochester, NH (16 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (16 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 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...

Material Handler

  • Rowley, MA (24 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rowley, MA (24 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Pay Rate Range: $18-$22/hr + DOE Schedule(s)/Hours: Day-8:30am - 5:00pm Mon-Fri Position Title: Material Handler Are you looking for a new career in the Manufacturing Industry?...

Forklift Operator

  • Brentwood, NH (12 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brentwood, NH (12 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 6 days ago

Expectations for a Forklift Operator is to have strong knowledge of the production line. Maintains raw material for the winder end to ensure continuous operations....

Forklift Operator

  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Operator - Dover, NH - Can Start Immediately! Job Type: Contract to Hire Location : Dover, New Hampshire Shifts Available: 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 2nd Shift:...

Warehouse Worker

  • Newburyport, MA (17 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newburyport, MA (17 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days 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...

Material Handler

  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 10 days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented warehouse workers to join our team in Dover. In this role, you will operate various types of warehouse equipment,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dover, NH (9 miles from Portsmouth, NH)
  • 11 days ago

Westaff is looking for a Warehouse Associate for our client in Dover NH! Job Requirements No experience required (OTJ training, trainable opp) Able to stand up and bend for entire shift Able to...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Portsmouth, NH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Portsmouth, NH 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 Portsmouth, NH
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%