Material Handler Jobs in Salem, 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

  • Salem, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 9 hours ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Part Time 1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler 1st and 2nd shift

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Overview The Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the fulfillment of Customer Orders by retrieving and stacking specific product and quantities as specified on the Pick Ticket/Computer...

Full Time 1st Shift Forklift Operator I

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Requisition ID: 226287 Locations: Roanoke Pay Range: $18.00 - $19.00, depending on experience Rate Frequency: Hourly Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Uncap Your...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, 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 Worker - 2nd Shift

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Opportunity to learn to operate material handling equipment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Roanoke, VA (12 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (12 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 13 days ago

We are hiring Warehouse Associate / Package Handler for our Roanoke, VA facility. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Address: 225 Glade...

Warehouse Worker - 1st Shift

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Eaton's EPG CHD EP Americas division is currently seeking a Warehouse Worker - 1st Shift. This position is based at our Roanoke, VA facility. The core hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The hourly rate...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 17 days ago

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

Part Time 2nd Shift Warehouse Material Handler

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 18 days ago

Job Overview The Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the fulfillment of Customer Orders by retrieving and stacking specific product and quantities as specified on the Pick Ticket/Computer...

Rough Terrain Forklift Operator

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 19 days ago

Rough Terrain Forklift Operator (Roanoke) Star City Masonry, Inc. compensation: Pay based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Forklifrt Operator Now accepting...

Warehouse Associate

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Warehouse Associate 225 Glade View Dr NE, Roanoke, VA 24012, USA Roanoke, VA, USA Req #5556 Saturday, May 24, 2025 We are hiring Warehouse Associate / Package Handler for our Roanoke, VA facility....

Forklift Operator

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 25 days ago

Forklift Operator $17.50/hr. Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. This role involves operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials and finished...

Warehouse Worker

  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA (9 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 28 days ago

Ability to perform general labor and material handling. Experience in production and shipping and receiving. Competence in using an RF scanner....

Staffing - Manufacturing & Warehouse Associate

  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA (19 miles from Salem, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

AEIM - AEIM 6AM-615PM *This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position, however, as a supplier your expected pay range may differ: ***/hour-***/hour....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Salem, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Salem, 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 Salem, 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%