Material Handler Jobs in Bennington, VT

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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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 1 day ago

Starting at 100% union scale wage day 1 available to eligible candidates who apply before 6/30/25 ($30.90) Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually...

Warehouse Associate

  • Greenwich, NY (21 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, NY (21 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate - Tymetal Corp. Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Would you like paid holidays, vacation time, and weekends off? Do you want to work for an employee owned...

Warehouse Associate

  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether youre starting fresh or...

Warehouse Freezer Forklift Operator

  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 12 days ago

positively impact our communities Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures The Fine Print This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - $1000 Sign On Bonus - Flexible Shifts

  • Greenwich, NY (21 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwich, NY (21 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 30+ days ago

Amazon Delivery Station Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the dedicated Amazon team at the delivery station the last stop before we deliver smiles to customers. Our fast-paced,...

Forklift Operator Second Shift

  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT (23 miles from Bennington, VT)
  • 45+ days ago

Ability to operate stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, reach truck, cherry picker or other required materials handling equipment (MHE)....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Bennington, VT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Bennington, VT 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 Bennington, VT
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%