Material Handler Jobs in Hanover, 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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Material Specialist - 3rd Shift

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Safely perform the material handling and warehousing functions required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts...

Material Specialist - AWS Shift

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Safely perform the material handling and warehousing functions required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts...

Forklift Operator - Nights

  • Westminster, MD (16 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Westminster, MD (16 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 hours ago

As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Forklift Operator

  • Abbottstown, PA (6 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Abbottstown, PA (6 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 17 hours ago

Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator for both day and night shifts. The role involves operating a double fork forklift to ensure the production floor...

1st Shift Checker (Forklift Operator) (879)

  • Hanover, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move and load inventory. Perform BPCS entries, inventory audits, and distribution documentation....

Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver - DOT

  • Dallastown, PA (18 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dallastown, PA (18 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

Who We Are Working at Reece & Fortiline means being part of a growing global company that brings our purpose and values to life every day. We celebrate our team members living our values and...

Forklift Operator - Experienced - 483032

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Experienced - Temporary Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of typical warehouse duties, including...

2nd Shift Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • New Oxford, PA (7 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Oxford, PA (7 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning....

Forklift Operator (Emigsville Plant) - Day Shift (7am-7pm); $22.05 to Start!

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Forklift Operator - Experienced - Temporary - Night shift - Schedule 2

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, 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 (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 5 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...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 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 (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Warehouse Associate I (York, Pennsylvania (US

  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 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 (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (17 miles from Hanover, PA)
  • 6 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...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Hanover, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Hanover, 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 Hanover, 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%