Material Handler Jobs in New Jersey

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 Forklift Operator 1st shift

  • NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Company: Ryder Location: NJ Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Trucking Description Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Logan Township, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Logan Township, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

1st Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm Salary: $18.48 Forklift Operator The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking,...

Warehouse Associate

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

As a Warehouse Associate at QXO, you'll be at the heart of our operations-handling materials, managing inventory, and keeping our yard and warehouse running smoothly. What you'll do: Operate...

Warehouse Associate - Night Shift

  • Pine Brook, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Why Winebow? At Winebow, we are strongly committed to creating an environment that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure that every employee has a...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

MHE Material handling equipment must be operated in a safe manner by designated associates only. All damage and/or maintenance issues must be reported immediately....

Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

This employee must be certified on all PIT and other material handling equipment and be available to work scheduled hours to meet customer demands....

Warehouse Associate

  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

We consider our Warehouse Associates to be a vital cornerstone of our success. By maintaining the seamless flow of our day-to-day operations, they play a crucial role in empowering us to deliver...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Pedricktown, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pedricktown, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up 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...

Warehouse Worker - Housekeeper/Maintenance - Day Shift

  • Dayton, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dayton, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Under warehouse supervision, a housekeeper/maintenance worker is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary warehouse and office in a manner that is consistent with the company's standards of...

Warehouse Associate

  • Carteret, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Carteret, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Location: Carteret, NJ Pay: $19.00/hour Shift: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday - Friday Position Type: Temp to Perm Why Apply? Work with a well-established Electrical Supply Warehouse Conveniently...

Warehouse Associate

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Warehouse Associate (PT- SAT & SUN)

  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Dayton, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Dayton, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Warehouse Associate 2270 US-130, Dayton, NJ 08810, USA Req #5864 Wednesday, June 18, 2025 We are hiring Warehouse Workers / Package Handlers for our South Brunswick, NJ location. Applying is quick...

Material Handler PM

  • Sewell, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sewell, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Handling of completed orders, stacking boxes, shrink wrapping, and staging pallets Work safely, quickly, and efficiently to handle freight and move inventory throughout the warehouse....

Part Time/ Full Time Warehouse Associate

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

We, at Royal Wholesale Candy, are looking to hire dependable, hard-working, Part-Time and Full-Time employees to add to our team! We have been in business for 30 years and are experiencing...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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%