Material Handler Jobs in Oakland, TN

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

  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 14 hours ago

Location: Memphis, TN - 15, 3131 Appling Road, Suite 101, Bartlett, Tennessee - 38133 Pay: $18 - $19/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm and a...

Material Handler - 3rd Shift Replenishment (MCR Safety)

  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 2 days ago

The Material Handler has the general responsibility for replenishment of product from bulk to picking locations utilizing material handling equipment....

Material Handler - Replenishment (MCR Safety)

  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 3 days ago

The Material Handler has the general responsibility for replenishment of product from bulk to picking locations utilizing material handling equipment....

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Shipping Warehouse Worker - 2nd Shift (MCR Safety)

  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Piperton, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 7 days ago

handling equipment....

Warehouse Worker

  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Shift: 1st Shift Location: Bartlett, TN General Summary. The Warehouse Worker is responsible for the accurate receiving, moving, storing and shipping of product to meet company standards of...

Forklift Operator I

  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN (16 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e. electric pallet jack, forklift, etc....

Material Handler

  • Covington, TN (23 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Covington, TN (23 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 22 days ago

Workwear Outfitters has a strong legacy of building innovative and authentic market-right products and is a leading supplier of work apparel and footwear for diverse occupations in industries such...

Manufacturing Material Handler

  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 23 days ago

Crater Someone that can build crates, using hand held tools, tape measurements, painting and handy man duties. This position is 7:45am-4:15pm in Collierville Must be able to work overtime...

Warehouse Associate (TN)

  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Collierville, TN (12 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do. If you are looking...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker

  • Oakland, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.45 - $21.45 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate

  • Covington, TN (23 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Covington, TN (23 miles from Oakland, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

$19.50/Hr. Shift differential $1.75/Hr. for 2nd, 3rd and weekend nights shifts, plus $2.00 more per hour for time worked on weekend's. Who We Are: USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Oakland, TN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Oakland, TN 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 Oakland, TN
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%