49,231 Material handler jobs in United States
- Warehouse Material Handler / Forklift / Production / $2K SIGN ON BONUS
Caterpillar4 ★West Fargo, ND$18.49 - $23.77 Per Hour (Employer est.)30d+ - Sales for Material Handling & Construction Equipment +5 Year ExpArdent Industrial EquipmentStatesboro, GA$90K - $100K (Employer est.)Easy Apply19d
- 18d
- Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Material HandlerExothermics, Inc.Amherst, NH$16.00 - $20.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply14d
- 30d+
- Material Handler / Service - Small Grocer - Full or Part Time
IFD Foodservice Distributor2.9 ★Eau Claire, WI$15.00 - $16.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)12d - 30d+
- RNG Operator TechnicianJerome Environmental ServicesPlains, KS$23.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- 30d+
- Shipping and Receiving Technician
The Oilgear Company2.4 ★Fremont, NE$35K - $46K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply28d - Digicon Label Finishing Press OperatorCustomizable.comPaso Robles, CA$25.00 - $35.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply19d
- 2nd Shift Material Handler/ Production AssociateJBC Technologies2 ★Madison, WI$37K - $48K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply30d+
- 12d
- 13d
- 8d
- 30d+
- Shipping & Receiving Supervisor
OBI Seafoods LLC4.6 ★Arlington, WA$21.00 - $25.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 26d
- 30d+
- Shipping and Receiving Associate
Dynojet Research, Inc.3.6 ★Belgrade, MT$19.00 - $25.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply12d
Job Outlook for Material Handler
Powered by Glassdoor Economic ResearchA Material Handler moves and stores materials within a warehouse. Their responsibilities may include unloading materials, keeping track of inventory, and moving materials to safer storage locations. No formal education is required, although work experience is valued. Successful materials handlers may be able to pursue further education and move into the position of warehouse manager. Demand remains steady.
Frequently asked questions
Whether it's in a warehouse, on a production line, or for a specific project, material handlers are always needed. To get started with your career, try exploring entry-level material handler jobs where you can gain valuable experience while being paid for your time. More experience and an expansive skill set gained from entry-level work can later help you land senior material handler roles that often come with additional lead or manager responsibilities.
Do you need something a bit more flexible at the moment? Companies are looking to fill part-time material handler positions with competitive pay and a schedule that works for you, even if it's overnight. National businesses are also posting traveling material handler jobs, where you'll go between different job sites and projects in a company vehicle, with additional per diem pay to cover travel expenses.
Be prepared for your callback after an application with material handler interview questions directly from hiring managers. Current material handlers also provide explanations to answers for each question to give you a better understanding.
The position you apply for needs to provide you with both job fulfillment and competitive pay in order for it to be a viable long-term commitment. Take a moment to filter out low-paying positions with a few steps:
- Review local material handler salaries to get started. Take down the names of companies with higher pay, or try nearby cities if you aren't finding good local options.
- Determine how far into a material handler career you already are and the pay you can expect based on your experience.
- Use your resume and interview time as an opportunity to push your best skills front and center so potential employers can easily see your value.
It's important to remember during your job hunt that a base salary is only a portion of your overall compensation. There are extra perks that create value for you as an employee. Keep an eye out for:
- Overtime opportunities that come with additional pay
- Ample PTO and sick leave to make sure your employment is safe in the event of an emergency
- Companies that provide you with a vehicle and smartphone for work