Material Handler Jobs in Burke, VA

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 Worker - Package Handler

  • Waldorf, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Warehouse Worker **UPS Quick Apply** Applying for this role online is quick and easy you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Warehouse Worker (Outbound Picker)

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

What Warehouse Operations contributes to Cardinal Health Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment....

SAP Inventory Specialist

  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 9 hours ago

Looking to be a valuable member of the Facilities & Engineering department for a pharmaceutical manufacturer? We are looking to add an SAP Inventory Specialist to support the physical inventory of...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader (4-Day Workweek) - Swing Shift

  • Manassas, VA (12 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (12 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

Requisition Number: 204918 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Warehouse Associate

  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Dulles, Virginia. The...

Warehouse Associate

  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications RESPONSIBILITIES Work with local warehouse staff on moving palletized equipment & gaining empty pallets Work with local warehouse staff on removing trash and...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Hyattsville, MD (20 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (20 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Warehouse Associate

  • Haymarket, VA (20 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Haymarket, VA (20 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Knowledge and skills common with 4 years experience in warehouse operations, including materials handling and stocking Highschool diploma or equivalent WHAT YOU CAN LEARN OR...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Waldorf, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waldorf, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA (11 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring Warehouse Associates in Chantilly, VA Job Schedule/Pay: $20.50 Per Hour Schedules: have to be willing to accept shift changes Friday, Saturday (2pm-10pm) and Tuesday-Thursday (12pm-8pm)...

Forklift Operator

  • Lorton, VA (8 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lorton, VA (8 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Lorton, Virginia Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour Overtime Pay: $31.50 per hour Additional...

Warehouse Associate

  • Alexandria, VA (11 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (11 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Associate Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Warehouse Associate for a company based in Hanover, MD. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Germantown, MD (23 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (23 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 2 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,...

Truck Driver/Warehouse Worker, Grade 15

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Truck Driver/Warehouse Worker, Grade 15 Salary $53,900.00 - $83,837.00 Annually Location 201 Edison Park Dr Gaithersburg MD 20878 USA Job Type Permanent Job Number 2025-00399 Department Alcohol...

Retail Warehouse Associate- Caps/Wizards Warehouse

  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (14 miles from Burke, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Id : 23113, Title : Retail Warehouse Associate- Caps/Wizards Warehouse, Category : null, RequisitionType : Seasonal, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...081, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Burke, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Burke, VA 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 Burke, VA
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%