Material Handler Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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 Worker, Part-time

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, Part-time, in Hopewell Junction, NY. This position pays...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Secaucus, NJ (19 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (19 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 12 hours 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...

2nd shift Warehouse Associate

  • Carlstadt, NJ (16 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ (16 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Ready to grow your career? Empire Today is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our hardworking, Distribution Center (DC) team. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for completing daily,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, the Warehouse Associate performs all shipping and receiving activity for a Branch location. This role ensures the customer receives the correct items in a timely...

Night Warehouse Worker

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( ) combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty,...

Union Warehouse Associate - 3rd Shift

  • Secaucus, NJ (19 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (19 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Immediate Hire

  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (21 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Amazon Grocery Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon grocery team that supports one of Amazons busiest services: online grocery orders. Youll be working in a grocery...

Warehouse Worker/Driver Needed

  • Paterson, NJ (8 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (8 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PERSON TO WORK IN A WAREHOUSE. DUTIES TO INCLUDE PACKING ORDERS, LOADING A TRUCK AND A VAN, OCCASIONALLY DOING DELIVERIES, ORGANIZING AND CHECKING INVENTORY, MAKING SURE...

NA Forklift Operator (3rd shift)

  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY : The Forklift Operator is tasked with the safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment for the purpose of stacking, loading, storing, unloading, and...

Material Handler

  • Fairfield, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (10 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Fragrance Manufacturing Company Urgently Hiring Material Handlers as Soon as Possible in Fairfield, NJ!** _Please apply, and can start career opportunity within the same week as applying!...

Warehouse Associate - Part-Time - Product Support in New York, NY

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate - Support Associates *MUST* be at least 18 years of age or older to be considered Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Warehouse Associates - Product Support Associates...

Warehouse Associate - Part-Time - Product Support

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate - Support Associates *MUST* be at least 18 years of age or older to be considered Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Warehouse Associates - Product Support Associates...

Material Handler

  • Rutherford, NJ (15 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (15 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, un-packing/packing materials, palletizing, count verification audits and data entry....

Lead Material Handler, CAR T Warehouse Operations

  • Summit, NJ (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Summit, NJ (22 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it....

Material Handler/ Warehouse Worker Needed $18/hr

  • Blauvelt, NY (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Blauvelt, NY (14 miles from Oakland, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Our client, a leading logistics provider, is seeking a Material Handler/Warehouse Worker to join their team....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Oakland, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Oakland, NJ 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 Oakland, NJ
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%