Material Handler Jobs in Kent, OH

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 Associate (Night Shift)

  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 12 days ago

handling equipment and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck and Forklift Preferred Qualifications Previous warehouse, retail, or customer...

Warehouse Worker

  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

handling equipment and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck and Forklift Preferred Qualifications Previous warehouse, retail, or customer...

Warehouse Associate - Receiver

  • Solon, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Solon, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Warehouse Associate - Stamping and Inventory

  • Solon, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Solon, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 29 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

Warehouse Worker

  • Bedford Heights, OH (23 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bedford Heights, OH (23 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 2 hours ago

Liberty Safety, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Warehouse Worker for our facility in Bedford Heights. The Warehouse Worker will perform a variety of functions that may include receiving and...

Material Handler $20+

  • Ravenna, OH (8 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Ravenna, OH (8 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 11 hours ago

Material Handler ($20-22/hr.)** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler for the 1st Shift, with working hours from 6:00am to 2:00pm, Monday through Friday....

Material Handler (3rd shift)

  • North Royalton, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Royalton, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Material handling and manually switch over materials used on machinery. Perform daily machine inspections, and complete appropriate paperwork....

Warehouse Worker, Part-time

  • Louisville, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, OH (18 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, Part-time. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved...

TPM Warehouse Associate

  • North Canton, OH (20 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Canton, OH (20 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: This position is responsible for performing various warehouse duties, such as sorting pallets, operating a forklift to load, unload, and receive materials, completing paperwork/data...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • North Jackson, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Jackson, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Material Handler - Main Plant 3rd Shift

  • Massillon, OH (23 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Massillon, OH (23 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 3 days ago

This position is accountable for the safe operation of industrial material handling equipment including forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, and/or hand trucks to move raw materials and finished...

Sales Warehouse/Material Handler

  • Twinsburg, OH (13 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (13 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Service Operations Warehousers are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Service Operations Warehousers are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse tasks, including moving material...

Forklift Operator - 12 hr. Shifts

  • North Royalton, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Royalton, OH (24 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At our company, Associates take pride in maintaining our high...

Forklift Operator

  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Macedonia, OH (15 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. Good communication and teamwork skills....

Forklift Operator (Part-Time)

  • Uniontown, OH (13 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Uniontown, OH (13 miles from Kent, OH)
  • 4 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Kent, OH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Kent, OH 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 Kent, OH
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%