Material Handler Jobs in Coventry, RI

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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GES Picker/Loader - Warehouse Material Handler

  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

Our Geographic Enterprise Solutions (GES) Picker/Loaders are critical to our success at FritoLay! GES Picker/Loaders are responsible for a variety of warehouse duties in our state-of-the-art...

Inventory Control Specialist

  • Cranston, RI (13 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI (13 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Available shift: 1st shift - 6:00 am to 2:30 pm Position Overview: The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for driving forklift equipped with lifting devices...

Warehouse Material Handler (144)

  • Providence, RI (14 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (14 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago

ABC Supply, the nations largest distributor of exterior and interior building products, is seeking a motivated Warehouse Material Handler to join its team....

Material Handler

  • Warwick, RI (9 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (9 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Material Handler - Forklift Location: Warwick, RI Pay Range: $20/hr Monday - Friday 8am-5pm JOB SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Material Handler performs various warehouse duties, including packing...

Forklift Operator

  • Tiverton, RI (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tiverton, RI (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Ranked among Forbes Best Employers in America 2017, Ferrellgas knows dedicated superior service starts with supported employees. Blue Rhino Propane is looking for a Full-Time Forklift...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, RI (21 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4300140 Job Title: Warehouse Worker - Package Handler Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Newport Date Posted: 06/27/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift:...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • North Attleboro, MA (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Attleboro, MA (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 3 days ago

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

US Warehouse Worker Contractor

  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Worker| Dayville, CT** **Pay:** $ 23.74/hr. **Schedule:** Tues, Wed, Thru (6pm-6am) **Top Benefits:** Immediate start Competitive pay **What Youll Do:** Manually load and unload pallets...

Forklift Operator No Experience Required - FT

  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dayville, CT (16 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Forklift Operators are responsible for a variety of warehouse duties typically found in a warehouse, including operating a forklift...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Cumberland, RI (20 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI (20 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Requisition Number: 204159 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

US Warehouse Worker Contractor

  • Killingly, CT (17 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Killingly, CT (17 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 4 days ago

US Warehouse Worker Contractor Warehouse $ 23.74 / Hour location_on Dayville, Connecticut work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Warehouse Worker|...

Warehouse Associate

  • Woonsocket, RI (22 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (22 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 5 days ago

At SIMOS we put people to work - the people who enable leading companies to be more productive and successful. Please note the work location for this position is in Uxbridge, MA Looking for a new...

Warehouse Associate

  • North Attleboro, MA (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Attleboro, MA (24 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 215 Plain St, North Attleboro, MA 02760 MAATT Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm 10 - 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Warehouse Associate

  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Associate North Kingstown, RI 1 Contract Construction & Manufacturing Highlights Job Number BH_1001499 Job Type Contract Description Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately...

Warehouse Associate

  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (11 miles from Coventry, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Essential Functions / Key Areas of Responsibility*** Oversee daily warehouse scheduling for efficient product receiving, shipping, and destruction. Direct all day-to-day warehouse activities,...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Coventry, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Coventry, RI 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 Coventry, RI
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%