Material Handler Jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

A Material Handler in the logistics industry plays a crucial role in managing the supply chain process. They are responsible for physically moving materials, both raw and finished, within a warehouse, factory, or retail environment, ensuring the right goods reach the right location at the right time. They also might be involved in the processing, packaging, and shipping of orders. Material Handlers are often required to operate machinery such as forklifts, maintain inventory records, and ensure workplace safety by adhering to proper handling procedures.

Some of the important skills a Material Handler should possess include physical stamina and strength, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Having a certification in forklift operation or a similar field can give a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Material Handler, individuals might have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Package Handler, or Shipping and Receiving Clerk. These roles provide the opportunity to gain experience in handling materials, operating machinery, and understanding logistics operations.

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Warehouse / Forklift Driver

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Find your ideal career with us! Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a distribution company in the west Tampa area. We are seeking an energetic Warehouse associate with a desire in...

Warehouse/Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 7 hours ago

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a fast-paced distribution company, we're looking for a skilled Warehouse Worker in west Tampa area. P ulling orders with precision and operating...

Warehouse Associate, Ground Operations, Tampa, FL

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 11 hours ago

Day-to-day, you'll scan, sort packages onto pallets or into routes, and meet delivery driver partners for the morning launch....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $18.00

  • Ruskin, FL (11 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Ruskin, FL (11 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 20 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Forklift Operator, Inbound

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries....

Forklift Operator, Let Down

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts. Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations. Puts product in overflow locations....

Inventory Clerk

  • Clearwater, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Clearwater, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

7172 - Clearwater - 2550 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, Florida, 33760 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle...

Delivery Driver Warehouse Maintenance

  • Oldsmar, FL (18 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (18 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Express Employment Professionals of Clearwater is a professional staffing company dedicated to helping local businesses find great people. We are currently seeking an experienced Delivery Driver |...

Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader (492)

  • Largo, FL (14 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Largo, FL (14 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Delivery Material Handlers at ABC assist in the safe and accurate delivery of materials from the warehouse to each job site location....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Material Handler Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Warehouse Material Handler for a company based in Ruskin, FL....

Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for reliable warehouse loaders/unloaders to join our team. In this role, you will load and unload freight, ensuring everything's in the right place and ready to go. If you value...

Warehouse Person-HR

  • Palmetto, FL (17 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palmetto, FL (17 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview The full-time Warehouse Associate will act as a material handler and forklift operator to build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse....

Materials Handler/ Stockroom & Inventory

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

We currently have an opening for Materials Handler, this position's focus is on the stock rooms & inventory, it requires movement around the facility, moving and stocking inventory and using computers...

Material Handler-Forklift Operator

  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

BlueLinx is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator(6am-2:30pm) to assist in our distribution center....

Forklift Operator

  • Palmetto, FL (17 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palmetto, FL (17 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 2 days ago

You may also sort pallets by hand and repair damaged wooden pallets by hand in some locations. This role is vital to the success of our Relogistics site!...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Saint Petersburg, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Saint Petersburg, FL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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