Material Handler Jobs in Harrisburg, 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 Associate East Coast Fulfillment Center

  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Location: 30 Distribution Dr, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 Starting Pay: $20.80/hour Current Shifts Available: Tuesday Friday, 4 PM 2 AM (+ $0.75/hour shift premium)...

Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 7:00am to 3:30pm - Mon - Fri

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift - 7:00am to 3:30pm - Mon - Fri Pay: $18.00/Hourly Purpose of...

Sr Warehouse Associate

  • Jonestown, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jonestown, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Provide trailer information and pallet patterns for incoming trailers to material handlers. Count incoming product and verifies quantities and SKUs....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Warehouse Associate In Carlisle

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate Job Description Join our dynamic team in the AOS Department (Apple Online Store Fulfillment) where you will play a crucial role in order fulfillment, packing, and inventory...

Warehouse Associate

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Operate material handling equipment. Passion for customer service excellence (internal and external), professional etiquette, personal boundaries, and the ability to maintain confidentiality....

Warehouse Associate Mid

  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (18 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (18 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 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 Availability to work...

Material Handler

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

ISI is seeking a qualified person to work at our Fabrication Shop as a Material Handler....

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Staffmark is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler for a well-established facility in Carlisle, PA....

Material Handler

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler Job Description Join our team as a Material Handler, where you will play a crucial role in the logistics and supply chain operations....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (7 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (7 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

ProLogistix is hiring for FORKLIFT OPERATORS in Carlisle, PA **ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE** Job Responsibilities: Use of order picker forklift Use of sit-down forklift Load and unload product Sort...

MATERIAL HANDLER II/ 1st Receiving- shift

  • Jonestown, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jonestown, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Material Handlers prepare and maintain records of shipments, post weights and shipping charges and prepare goods for final shipment....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Harrisburg, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
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 Harrisburg, 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%