Material Handler Jobs in Wooster, 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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2nd Shift Warehouse/Material Handler

  • Wooster, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse and Material Handlers are critical to our success at FritoLay!...

Forklift Operator - 12 hr. Shifts

  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 6 days ago

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

Warehouse/Material Handler

  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse and Material Handlers are critical to our success at FritoLay!...

2nd shift Material Handler - $21.40/hour

  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ashland, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY/ JOB DUTIES: The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, storing, picking and distributing material and products within establishment. ....

Warehouse Associate

  • Orrville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orrville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Warehouse Associate Jarrett - Orrville, OH, United States Tagged: Warehouse Warehouse Associate Jarrett is a logistics and warehousing company headquartered in Orrville, Ohio. Our clients come...

12 Hour Night Shift - Forklift Operator

  • Wooster, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 14 days ago

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

Warehouse Associate - Integrated Supply

  • Barberton, OH (23 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Barberton, OH (23 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 15 days ago

Why Join our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallens success. We pride ourselves on...

Warehouse Associate

  • Barberton, OH (23 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Barberton, OH (23 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 18 days ago

Your career grows here.At Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, we are a leader in electrical distribution. Echo Electric represents over $1.2 billion in sales covering Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,...

Warehouse Worker 3rd Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 19 days ago

Metals USA is seeking a Warehouse Worker for our Wooster, OH location. Metals USA is a leading metals processor/distributor in North America, providing a wide range of carbon steel products and...

Material Handler Helper

  • Wooster, OH
  • 27 days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 27 days ago

Join the world leader in providing innovative solutions for tomorrow's high-performance industrial fabric needs. Seaman Corporation is a manufacturer of high quality industrial coated fabrics,...

Warehouse Worker

  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Wadsworth, OH (21 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 28 days ago

Warehouse Worker PeopleReady of Norton, OH is now hiring Warehouse Workers in Wadsworth, OH! As a Warehouse Worker, you will pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping. Apply today and you could...

Forklift Operator

  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Medina, OH (18 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Warehouse Associate, Retail Store

  • Orrville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orrville, OH (11 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Spherion Mid Ohio, in partnership with The JM Smucker Company, is seeking a Part-time Retail Store Warehouse Associate to assist in the Smucker Company Store in Orrville, Ohio. This position will...

Material Handler III - 2nd Shift

  • Wooster, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wooster, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Your Key Responsibilities Execute loading and unloading of goods and manage the respective documentation Prepare deliveries of products and tours for drivers Deliver raw materials and goods to...

Warehouse Associate/Back-up Driver (Class A or B)

  • Millersburg, OH (19 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Millersburg, OH (19 miles from Wooster, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Hood Distribution is looking for a Warehouse Associate/Back-up Driver (Class A or B) at the Millersburg, OH facility. Hood Distribution is a wholesale distributor of hardwood lumber, plywood,...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Wooster, OH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Wooster, 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 Wooster, 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%