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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Forklift Operator

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • moments ago

The Forklift Operator position contributes to the success of the Warehouse operations by accessing storage space that is out of reach for other employees. A typical day as a Forklift Operator...

Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Delivering auto-detailing products and janitorial chemicals. will be driving a 14 foot box truck. loading and unloading the truck. putting away orders in the warehouse. accepting orders. pouring...

Warehouse Worker

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here Warehouse Worker Equipment: mainly pallet jack rider, then we train on other equipment. receiving, stocking, preparation, and shipping of merchandise to customers...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Avenel, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Avenel, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or...

Full-time Warehouse Associate - Weekend Shift

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

As a Warehouse Associate, you are an important part of the supply chain team, assisting with the flow of merchandise during the receiving and distribution process. You'll be responsible for the...

Warehouse Associate Hiring Event (morning hours, weekends required)

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Join Us For Our Hiring Event: Date: Wednesday, March 26 Time: 9- 1PM Location: 45 A Enterprise Ave N, Secaucus NJ 07094 EILEEN FISHER creates simple, sustainable, timeless clothes designed to work...

Warehouse Associate Hiring Event (morning hours, weekdays required)

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Join Us For Our Hiring Event: Date: Wednesday, March 26 Time: 9- 1PM Location: 45 A Enterprise Ave N, Secaucus NJ 07094 EILEEN FISHER creates simple, sustainable, timeless clothes designed to work...

Warehouse Associate Hiring Event (midshift hours, weekdays required)

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

Join Us For Our Hiring Event: Date: Wednesday, March 26 Time: 9- 1PM Location: 45 A Enterprise Ave N, Secaucus NJ 07094 EILEEN FISHER creates simple, sustainable, timeless clothes designed to work...

Outlet Warehouse Associate Part Time - Product Support

  • Totowa, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Totowa, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Product Support Associates Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Product Support Associates are TEAM members within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll be part of an energetic and efficient team thats dedicated to delivering tech products from the stores warehouse to our customers when, where and how they...

Warehouse Associate (DA5) Sun-Wed Outbound 3-23-25

  • Delaware, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Delaware, NJ
  • 23 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 (DL4 SAT-TUES)SORT 3-30-25

  • Washington, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, NJ
  • 23 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 (8pm-6:30am) - New Jersey

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 1 day ago

For prolonged periods Expertly load, operate, and move hand carts, pallet jacks, and various material handling aids Load and shrink-wrap pallets on ground level or carts, and manually load boxes onto...

Warehouse Associate

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Central Aluminum Supply is seeking a dedicated and organized Warehouse Worker to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Receive orders from customer service representatives and fill in a timely...

Warehouse Associate

  • Waldwick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Waldwick, NJ
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Warehouse Associate - Forklift Operator to join our team. Location: Wayne, NJ Schedule: 1st Shift Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM (Occasional...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

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
44.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.8%
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%