Material Handler Jobs in Chester, 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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Seasonal Warehouse Associate (Wurtsboro/Middletown, NY)

  • Wurtsboro, NY (22 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wurtsboro, NY (22 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Handler, you will prepare, process and move merchandise productively, safely, and accurately according to established production rates, standards and guidelines....

Seasonal Warehouse Associate (Wurtsboro/Middletown, NY)

  • Spring Glen, NY (23 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Spring Glen, NY (23 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Handler, you will prepare, process and move merchandise productively, safely, and accurately according to established production rates, standards and guidelines....

Forklift Operator FT

  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $22.48 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Available PTO may be used immediately upon hire. Come and experience the difference with R+L...

Production Technician/Material Handler

  • Slate Hill, NY (11 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slate Hill, NY (11 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking Warehouse-Production Technicians/Material Handlers to join their team....

Warehouse Associate II

  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Shift: Sun, Mon, Tue, Thur 4:30pm to 3:00am (or until work is completed) Pay rate: $22.90 per hour (includes shift differential) Bonus eligible: No Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety...

Warehouse Associate $20 hourly

  • Suffern, NY (16 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Suffern, NY (16 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Ability to become certified on material handling equipment, including but not limited to order pickers and electric pallet jacks....

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Requisition Number: 204193 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Forklift Operator

  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (17 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Forklift Operator

  • Middletown, NY (13 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middletown, NY (13 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a leader in the logistics industry, is seeking several Forklift Operators to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the operations team supporting efficient...

Warehouse Associate

  • Oakland, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 7 days ago

About the Position The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking and/or packing orders, label printing and inspecting products for orders, and utilizing the specific equipment to pick, pack,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment. Bag, tag or mark orders as required....

Warehouse Associate

  • Nanuet, NY (21 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Nanuet, NY (21 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Pay Range $16.50 - $21.80 Purpose: As a warehouse associate at Floor & Decor, you are the backbone of our retail location. Your key responsibilities will be compiling orders and replenishing and...

Warehouse Associate Part-Time

  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Montgomery, NY (12 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 14 days ago

What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment....

Forklift Operator

  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Manpower is seeking a 1st Shift Forklift Operator to join our Shipping and Receiving Department. The ideal candidate is a team-oriented professional with experience in warehouse and using...

US - Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (24 miles from Chester, NY)
  • 20 days ago

HIRING NOW! Forklift Operator - Somerset, NJ Job Title: Forklift Operator Location: Somerset, NJ 08873 Pay Range: $23 Shift: 1st -> 6am - 2:30pm 2nd -> 2pm - 10:30pm Whats the Job? Load, unload,...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Chester, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Chester, NY 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 Chester, 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%