Material Handler Jobs in Pennington, 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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Market Delivery Warehouse Associate - Days

  • Hamilton, NJ (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

What You Will Do Market Delivery Warehouse Associates are responsible for unloading and staging XDT deliveries, managing inventory by utilizing warehouse management system (WMS), assembling...

Warehouse Worker

  • Dayton, NJ (15 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dayton, NJ (15 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Inventory & Material Handling: Assist in warehousing and inventory control of spare parts and packaging materials....

Warehouse Worker

  • Bordentown, NJ (16 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bordentown, NJ (16 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Able to do continuous lifting up to 75 pounds and be able to operate warehouse vehicles and material handling equipment. Operate PIE as required....

Warehouse Associate - Fulltime

  • Churchville, PA (14 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Churchville, PA (14 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Warehouse Associate - Fulltime Pay from $27 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Pennsylvania Branch 700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106 Morning Calls Top Large Employer...

Warehouse Associate (DB2 Wed-Sat) OUTBOUND 7-09-25

  • Pittstown, NJ (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pittstown, NJ (19 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Warehouse Associate Location: Phillipsburg PA Shift: 1 st Shifts Available Pay: $18.50 About the Position: Our Client is a leader in Supply Chain Logistics Distribution. They are a newly located...

Warehouse Associate

  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Powered By Subcompanies National Auto Body Parts Warehouse Powered by Parts Authority Overview Careers Powered by Parts Authority, LLC. Piscataway, NJ Your Future is Now!! We have an immediate...

Quality control / warehouse associate 6+ month experience

  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Quality control / warehouse associate 6+ month experience Locations: Piscataway, NJ Job description: The associate will inspect, test, and maintain product quality to meet standards. They will...

Receiving Clerk/Stand-up Forklift Operator

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Ability to become forklift and material handling equipment certified. Familiarity with computers (including Microsoft Office programs) preferred....

Warehouse Associate

  • Bensalem, PA (17 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bensalem, PA (17 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring for multiple positions which may include: + Merchandise Sorters, GradersandPricers + Inventory Receivers, Processors and Stockers + Material Handlers and Recyclers **Essential Job Functions...

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Weekend Part Time Warehouse Associate

  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (13 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Warehouse Worker - Immediate Opening

  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (23 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Position Details: $24.20/hour plus incentive Sunday-Friday (1 day off during week & Saturdays off) Evening starting at 6PM until Finish (Full-Time) We Deliver the Goods:...

Warehouse Associate

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate| EDISON NJ** **Pay:** $ 19.00/hr. **Schedule:** **1 Shift /Tuesday Saturday, Sunday, and Monday off.** **2 Shift/ Sunda Saturday, with Tuesday and Wednesday off** **Hours TBD**...

Warehouse Associate

  • Hamilton, NJ (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (7 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Warehouse Associate / Package Handler for our Hamilton Township, NJ facility. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Location: 17...

Warehouse Associate, Inbound

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Pennington, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Pennington, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Pennington, 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 Pennington, 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%