Material Handler Jobs in Tamaqua, 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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3rd Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Warehouse Associate - Join our Energetic Team at AutoZone! Are you looking for a fast-paced, physical job that keeps you on your toes? Join our team at AutoZone, where youll be a part of an...

Weekend 3rd Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Warehouse Associate - Join our Energetic Team at AutoZone! Are you looking for a fast-paced, physical job that keeps you on your toes? Join our team at AutoZone, where youll be a part of an...

Weekend 1st Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

Warehouse Associate - Join our Energetic Team at AutoZone! Are you looking for a fast-paced, physical job that keeps you on your toes? Join our team at AutoZone, where youll be a part of an...

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Orefield, PA (20 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Orefield, PA (20 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $20/hour - Day Shifts

  • New Tripoli, PA (13 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Tripoli, PA (13 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical...

Material Handler

  • Breinigsville, PA (22 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (22 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 6 hours ago

handling equipment Other duties as assigned Bridgestone offers an excellent benefit package with medical, dental and vision effective on day one!...

Forklift Operator II-NWP - Weekend Day Shift

  • Mountain Top, PA (23 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain Top, PA (23 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levelswho can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work...

Forklift Operator

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Hazleton, Pennsylvania Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour Shift Pay:.25/hr Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 10pm...

Warehouse Associate - Night shift only

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Prologistix is hiring Warehouse Associates for ID Logistics in White Haven, PA for the Weekend Shift! This position requires heavy lifting! You will be loading and unloading boxes in and out of...

Forklift Operator II

  • Shoemakersville, PA (20 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shoemakersville, PA (20 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 6 days ago

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

GENERAL WAREHOUSE WORKER - Perishable Distribution Center in Pottsville, PA

  • Pottsville, PA (17 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA (17 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Hazleton, Pennsylvania Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour Schedule: Second shift Monday - Friday 3:15 pm...

Forklift Operator

  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hazleton, PA (11 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary: Forklift operators will be responsible for loading and unloading truck, delivering pallets to work stations and moving pallets around warehouse. Accurate counts and records must be...

Warehouse Worker

  • Pottsville, PA (17 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA (17 miles from Tamaqua, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Location: 820 Keystone Blvd Pottsville, PA 17901 Availability Requirement for this role: Applying to this requisition allows you to be considered for multiple opportunities. Please provide as much...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Tamaqua, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua, 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%