Material Handler Jobs in Albany, NY

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 - Package Handler

  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Warehouse Worker Are you ready for a career with serious growth potential? We&re excited about your interest in UPS and look forward to having people like you on our team! The UPS Half Moon...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 21 Railroad Ave, Albany, NY 12205 NYAL1 Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

Warehouse Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Carrier Enterprise is looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Warehouse Associate for our Colonie/Albany, NY Location. Payrate: $19-$22 per hour DOE. Introduction: Carrier Enterprise, a leading...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Troy, NY (11 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator PT R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Part-time Forklift Operators at our Troy, NY service center. As a Forklift Operator, you will be tasked with moving all different types...

Warehouse Associate

  • Stuyvsnt Plz, NY (4 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuyvsnt Plz, NY (4 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Packaging Operator Position- Temp to Hire- Stuyvesant Falls, NY Searching for a job is better with someone in your corner. Thats where Kelly Professional & Industrial comes in! Were excited to...

Warehouse Associate - Night Shift

  • Amsterdam, NY (22 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (22 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago

General information Name Warehouse Associate - Night Shift Ref # 1245 Date Wednesday, August 13, 2025 City Amsterdam State New York Country United States Business Entity Brady Industries Function...

Material Handler I; Union Warehouse

  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago

The Material Handler is an integral part of the Curia team. It is the responsibility of the Material Handler to understand all aspect of operation in the warehouse....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Day Shifts

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical...

Warehouse Associate 1

  • Albany, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 6 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4329180 Job Title: Warehouse Associate 1 Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Albany Date Posted: 08/14/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of...

Warehouse Worker

  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago

o Pay Rate: $18.00 o Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 5:30PM o Key Responsibilities: The efficient movement and storage of goods within a warehouse environment. This includes tasks like...

Warehouse Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 9 days ago

Packaging Operator Position- Temp to Hire- Stuyvesant Falls, NY Searching for a job is better with someone in your corner. Thats where Kelly Professional & Industrial comes in! Were excited to...

Warehouse Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 9 days ago

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE - Albany NY - HIRING NOW! Paradies Lagardere is the largest airport retail operator in North America offering specialty Travel Essential gift stores etc. We offer positions...

Warehouse Associate/Driver

  • Albany, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 11 days ago

Title Warehouse Associate/Driver Location Albany, NY Pay Rate $20/hour Schedule : Monday-Friday, 6am-4pm Works under the direction of the General and Operations Manager. Ensures all orders are...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Waterford, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Waterford, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 13 days ago

05-Aug-2025 Retail Warehouse Associate Part time Regular Job Description As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Albany, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 14 days ago

Position: Warehouse Associate I Who we are: Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mission...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Albany, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Albany, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
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 Albany, NY
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%