Material Handler Jobs in Columbia, PA

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 Material Handler - 2nd Shift

  • Myerstown, PA (24 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Myerstown, PA (24 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 hour 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 (Emigsville Plant) - Day Shift (7am-7pm); $22.05 to Start!

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Assist production line employees by relieving them in breaks and lunchtime periods....

Forklift Operator - Experienced - Temporary

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse duties, including handling material and operating a forklift...

Forklift/material Handler

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift/Material Handler Job Description This warehouse and forklift operator position involves managing all aspects of the warehouse, including unloading trucks using a sit-down forklift or by hand...

Industrial Forklift Operator - 1st-shift

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

With more than one million tons of structural steel fabricated over the past 20 years, High Steel Structures LLC is proud of the quality reputation we've earned as the steel fabricator of choice...

Forklift Operator - Experienced - Temporary

  • York, PA (15 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (15 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse duties, including handling material and operating a forklift...

Supply Chain Associate

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 75 Acco Dr, York, PA 17402 PAYOR Public Store Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Embark on a dynamic journey as a Full-time...

Shipper And Receiver/ Warehouse Worker

  • Middletown, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (16 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Ability to handle general labor and material handling tasks. Skill in using RF scanners for shipping and receiving....

Forklift Operator/Materials Handler

  • Leola, PA (15 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Leola, PA (15 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Champion Home Builders, Inc. Job Description Job Title: Fork Lift Operator FLSA Status: Non-exempt Summary: Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work site by...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in York, Pennsylvania Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right Warehouse Associate...

Warehouse Associate

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience with material handling equipment. Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy loads....

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • East Petersburg, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Petersburg, PA (7 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 1155 Enterprise Road, East Petersburg, PA 17520 Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - you...

Warehouse Associate I (York, Pennsylvania (US

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

About the Voith Group The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of...

Warehouse Associate

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Asociate to support our Facility at Ryder in York, Pennsylvania Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right...

Warehouse Material Handler 1

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in York, Pennsylvania Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right Warehouse Associate...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Columbia, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Columbia, PA 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 Columbia, PA
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%