Material Handler Jobs in Shippensburg, 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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Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 7:00am to 3:30pm - Mon - Fri

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 9 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...

Warehouse Associate

  • Greencastle, PA (21 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greencastle, PA (21 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Hi There! Are you looking for a fulfilling position that will keep you moving throughout the day? Look no further! Spherion is hiring for a warehouse associate in Greencastle, PA. What's to know?...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, 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...

Forklift Operator -D nights $22.50 Hourly

  • Chambersburg, PA (11 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (11 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Ingram Content Group (ICG) is hiring Forklift Operators to start with our Operations team in Chambersburg, PAWant to join a key team that helps the world read?The world is reading, and it is our...

Warehouse Worker

  • Biglerville, PA (12 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Biglerville, PA (12 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Pallet Repairer, you'll get to build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood on a daily basis to fulfill all of our customers' needs! This is a piece rate...

Warehouse Associate In Carlisle

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (17 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (17 miles from Shippensburg, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, 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 (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, 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...

Warehouse Associate

  • Greencastle, PA (21 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Greencastle, PA (21 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Associate Category: Warehouse Location: Greencastle, PA 17225 Pay: $19.50 Hourly Posted: 3 days ago Status: Open Description Warehouse Associate Elwood Staffing is hiring general...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Waynesboro, PA (17 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waynesboro, PA (17 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

We are currently seeking Seasonal Warehouse Workers at our VF Distribution Center located in Jonestown, PA. Our opening is for the following shift: 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday ; 4pm - 2:30am Pay:...

Phone Scanner / Warehouse Associate

  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carlisle, PA (20 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Hiring Phone Scanners / Warehouse Associates in Carlisle, PA! Job Description As an Inbound Retail Price Labeler, you will be stationed at a workbench equipped with a printer, computer, and...

Forklift Operator

  • Chambersburg, PA (11 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA (11 miles from Shippensburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Shippensburg, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Shippensburg, 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 Shippensburg, 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%