Material Handler Jobs in Chesapeake, 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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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 13 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new reach truck forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Warehouse Worker

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Location : HORIZON Chesapeake, VA - H851; 929 Professional Place Chesapeake, Virginia - 23320 Pay : $16.00 - $20.00/hr and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses in the summer Work Hours:...

Warehouse Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

VAMAC INC - Norfolk, Virginia Job Title: Warehouse Associate Schedule: Monday - Friday (Day Shift) Pay Rate: $17 Hourly (Minimum Starting Rate) + Performance Incentives Want to work for a company...

Warehouse Worker

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago

Company: US0073 Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc. Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 23435 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range...

Warehouse Worker

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Organization Founded in 1994 as a small, diversified professional services company, Delphinus today employs more than 650 professional and technical personnel supporting a customer base...

Forklift Operator

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

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Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

3rd Shift Warehouse Material Handler** **Job Description** The candidate will be responsible for staging, packing, and moving products, as well as assisting with quality checks and other duties as needed...

Warehouse Associate Lead

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 3 days ago

About Us: As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart...

Warehouse Worker (Part-time & Full-time)

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Go just about anywhere and you will find Pepsi products. As a PT or FT Pepsi Warehouse Worker, you can take pride in knowing that you helped get Pepsi products to every corner of the world! Not to...

Warehouse Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Do you want to join a company that takes care of their employees? Tidewater Fleet Supply/TNT Parts, one of the largest independent distributors of fleet, truck, trailer, and heavy equipment parts...

Warehouse Worker

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Warehouse Worker at DHL, you will perform a variety of tasks essential to the smooth operation of the warehouse. Your responsibilities will include picking and packing orders, handling...

Warehouse Associate

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 3 days ago

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE/MATERIAL HANDLER Shifts/Schedules Tuesday - Saturday, 5:00am - 10:00am (Part-Time) Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply or check out more jobs at www.workatGEODIS.com!...

Full Time 1st Shift Forklift Operator II

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview The Forklift Operator II is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling...

Warehouse Associate

  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (9 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Title: Warehouse Associate Location: Portsmouth, VA 23704 Duration: 4+ months. Shift: 10 AM - 6:30 PM warehouse role. No experience required but would like to see some warehouse experience....

Warehouse Associate 1

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Required Experience 2 plus years of experience in material handling and inventory: Required Ability to safely and productively operate various material handling equipment including but not limited to...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, 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%