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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Blast Technician / Material Handler (Manufacturing) - 2nd Shift

  • Johnson Controls
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Blast Technician / Material Handler (Manufacturing) - 2nd Shift to join our federal team at our York, PA (Grantly Plant) location....

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Material Specialist - AWS Shift

  • Caterpillar
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 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...

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Material Specialist - 3rd Shift

  • Caterpillar
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 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...

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Material Specialist - 2nd Shift

  • Caterpillar
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 18 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...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Manchester, PA (15 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Manchester, PA (15 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up 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...

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Forklift Operator (Emigsville Plant) 7am-7pm

  • Highmark Health
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Graham Packaging Company Keyword Location Search view all jobs (103) 103 Jobs Forklift Operator (Emigsville Plant) 7am-7pm - Starting at $22.35/hr. Emigsville, PA Posted yesterday PET Process...

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1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • Randstad
  • Annville, PA (17 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annville, PA (17 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

As a stand up forklift operator you will be responsible for unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and loading them onto assigned locations. Duties include locating and moving...

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Material Handler & Blast Tech (Manufacturing) - 2nd Shift

  • Johnson Controls
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Material Handler & Blast Tech (Manufacturing) - 2nd Shift Date Posted: 30 May 2026 Closing Date: June 29, 2026 Recruiter: Johnson Controls Location: Pennsylvania Salary: On Application Job Type & Industry...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Manchester, PA (15 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manchester, PA (15 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days 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...

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Warehouse Worker/Side Loader

  • Metals USA
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Warehouse Worker with CDL 3rd shift M etals USA is seeking a warehouse worker - side loader in York PA. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon-steel (plate, beam, tube) distribution center...

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Material Handler

  • Cargill, Inc.
  • Mount Joy, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mount Joy, PA (22 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago

equipment Monitor overall product quality, complete required checks as well as associated daily production paperwork Clean and inspect equipment and work areas Understand and adhere to all safety policies...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad USA
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 days 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...

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Material Handler

  • Aerotek
  • Hellam, PA (20 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hellam, PA (20 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Alro is currently looking for 4 material handlers, 2nd shift and 3rd shift....

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2nd Shift Material Handler

  • Aerotek
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Aerotek is currently accepting applications for a 2nd shift Material Handler on behalf of a manufacturing company in the Lebanon, PA area....

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Forklift Operator II

  • Oracle
  • Camp Hill, PA (2 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA (2 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Cargill Keyword Location Search view all jobs Forklift Operator II - PO Loader Camp Hill, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our...

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Demographic Data for Harrisburg, PA

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

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
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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%