Material Handler Jobs in Petersburg, 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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Material Handler

  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Filtration Group is on a mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. With a passionate workforce, global footprint and world class engineering and manufacturing...

Warehouse Associate

  • Midlothian, VA (23 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Midlothian, VA (23 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Base Pay This role has a minimum base pay from $15.00 per hour with higher starting pay available based on experience. Purpose: As a warehouse associate at Floor & Decor, you are the backbone of...

Bander/Forklift Operator

  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION TITLE: UNITIZER OPERATOR REPORTS TO: Plant Manager SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation,...

Forklift Operator II 3rd Shift

  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 5 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

  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Were seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team. Emerson Ecologics (a Fullscript company) is a respected and growing national distributor of health products to healthcare practitioners & their...

Industrial Forklift Operator

  • Petersburg, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Starting Pay: $63,000$68,000+ annually Full-Time | Rotating 12-Hour Shifts | Overtime Available Forge Your Future With Us Join a global leader in steel manufacturing where your work powers...

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Petersburg, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Full-Time Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week Starting Wage: $20.25 - $24.25 per hour (based on shift and schedule differential pay) Shift: 1st Shift - 7:00AM start time Now Hiring:...

Stand-up Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

  • South Chesterfield, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • South Chesterfield, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Are you passionate about Warehouse Operations? Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a global company? We need people like you to help us be the best in the business and we're...

Warehouse Associate

  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

PURPOSE: Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for accurately performing the duties and responsibilities described herein. Additionally, this position can be tasked with operating...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sandston, VA (18 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Warehouse Associate 2

  • Prince George, VA (3 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Prince George, VA (3 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Essential Skills Proficient on at least one piece of Material Handling Equipment (MHE). Proficient with powered pallet jack....

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Chester, VA (9 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chester, VA (9 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Requisition Number: 202929 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

  • Chesterfield, VA (19 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA (19 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Chesterfield, VA Chesterfield Va 3036 $16.50/Per Hour Warehouse Associate Job Description Branch Details #RichmondBranchCA Chesterfield VA 3036

Warehouse Associate (Day) - SYGMA - Ruther Glen, VA

  • Midlothian, VA (23 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Midlothian, VA (23 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Company: US3665 Sygma Virginia (The Sygma Network, Inc) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 22546 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

Inventory Specialist

  • South Chesterfield, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Chesterfield, VA (7 miles from Petersburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Inventory Specialist Job Description The Inventory Specialist will be responsible for unloading incoming trucks and storing received materials in designated locations, specifically large rolls of...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Petersburg, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Petersburg, 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 Petersburg, 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%