Material Handler Jobs in Old Bridge, 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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Forklift Operator, 2nd shift + $1.00/hr sh premium

  • CUSTOM Building Products
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for an experienced FORKLIFT OPERATOR to join our Perth Amboy, NJ plant. This is a 2nd shift shift position, Monday through Friday, 3:15 PM - 11:45 PM, with overtime as needed....

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Somerville, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Somerville, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Bayonne, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Forklift Operator Position Overview We are seeking a reliable and safetyfocused Forklift Operator to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with handson warehouse experience who is...

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Manufacturing Material Handler

  • Flexcraft
  • Neptune City, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Neptune City, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Material Handler - Manufacturing Flexcraft is looking for a Material Handler to support uninterrupted production by keeping machines supplied, work centers organized, and auxiliary equipment running...

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Forklift Operator

  • Harvest Hill Beverage Company
  • Dayton, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dayton, NJ (9 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

. • Removing pallets from the production line using a forklift. • Operate palletizers, troubleshoot photo eye sensors, proxies, machine controls, etc. • Perform stocking for palletizers according to...

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NJ - Material Specialist, Fabrication Services - Branchburg, NJ

  • SunSource
  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (23 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, a SunSource company, is a leading distributor of fluid control systems, fluid filtration systems, fluid handling products, micro-electronics, and general industrial...

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Material Handler, Fragrance Manufacturing

  • Osmo
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Osmo is seeking a Material Handler, Fragrance Manufacturing to support our manufacturing team....

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Demographic Data for Old Bridge, NJ

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Old Bridge, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Old Bridge, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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 Old Bridge, 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%