Material Handler Jobs in Fairport, 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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Forklift Operator - 2nd shift (2:00-10:30pm)

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

About LiDestri Food and Drink LiDestri Food and Drink has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Warehouse Worker **UPS Quick Apply** Applying for this role online is quick and easy you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Material Handler

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

As a material handler, you will be responsible for checking all parts and material that come through the shop for customer orders. This includes cleaning, deburring, and loading parts....

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Henrietta, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Henrietta, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new stand up forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Warehouse Associate

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate Regular Full Time Full-Time Rochester, NY, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2363 Salary Range: $17.00 To $18.00 Hourly Become an Employee Owner with Atlantic Plywood! Earn more...

Forklift Operator

  • Avon, NY (21 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Avon, NY (21 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

**Skills** Forklift, Inventory, Material handling, General labor, Picking, Loading, Rf scanner, Pallet jack, Shipping and receiving, Order picking **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 2 days ago

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to...

Forklift Operator - 2nd + 3rd Shift

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY As a Forklift Operator on our warehouse team, you will be responsible for the safe movement of materials and products in multiple onsite warehouses and one offsite warehouse. To track...

Warehouse Associate

  • Rush, NY (13 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rush, NY (13 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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Distribution Associate

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Licensed operator of materials handling equipment preferred or the ability to obtain licenses/certification within the first 6-8 months on the job....

Certified Forklift Operator/Warehouse Employee

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Certified Forklift Driver/Warehouse Employee (Temp to Perm) Looking for a Certified Forklift Driver to work select Weekdays; 2pm to 6pm. Mon-Fri Main Duty would be utilizing the forklift to Unload...

Warehouse Associate / Delivery Driver

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Warehouse Associate / Delivery Driver Greentech Renewables Central Division Rochester, NY Job Details Part-time $20 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Heavy lifting Basic math Forklift CDL...

Distribution Associate - Driver

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Licensed operator of materials handling equipment preferred or the ability to obtain licenses/certification within the first 6-8 months on the job....

Distribution Associate - Inbound (3rd Shift)

  • West Henrietta, NY (13 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Henrietta, NY (13 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Performs materials handling activities to include but not limited to the delivery of various goods and materials to ensure inter-departmental request/needs are fulfilled as necessary....

Materials Handler - Heavies

  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (10 miles from Fairport, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Materials Handler - Heavies (65835) Requisition ID 65835 - Posted 06/05/2025 - AMER - United States - New York - Rochester - Manufacturing Operations (MANOPS) JOB SUMMARY Receives picklists for kitting...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Fairport, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Fairport, 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 Fairport, 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%