Material Handler Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Lead Forklift Operator

  • Odenton, MD (15 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Odenton, MD (15 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 18 hours ago

This role involves safely storing items, accurately picking and packing orders, and operating warehouse equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks....

Materials Handler (Special Functions) Assistant Supervisor

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Serves as a Material Handler Assistant Supervisor and shares full responsibility for overseeing the operations in support of the SOB....

Material Handler I, 1st shift LUM S-TH

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually using the pallet jack....

Full Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Laurel, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Laurel, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Distribution Center Stockroom Associate

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Perform daily inspections of appropriate motorized and manual equipment which includes lift gate, pallet jack and hand truck, radio frequency scanners and printers....

Materials Handler - Mover

  • Fulton, MD (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, MD (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Operates Laboratory vehicles and equipment such as vans, box trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, manual and power tools....

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves; conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information....

Warehouse Clerk - ATO

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Uses a variety of material handling equipment (MHE) such as forklifts, order pickers, turret trucks and handcarts to move raw materials and finished goods throughout the warehouse....

Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Jessup, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jessup, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment at the proper charging station ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work with other machinery and material handling equipment MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Beltsville, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beltsville, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Associate

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Adecco is assisting a cable management solutions company in recruiting for a current Warehouse Associate opening in **_Sterling, VA_** _._ This is for a **contract-to-hire** opportunity. As a...

Non-CDL Driver/Warehouse Worker

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and order pickers. Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient warehouse environment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift, pallet jack experience, preferred. High school diploma or equivalent, preferred....

Shipping / Receiving Clerk

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Shipping / Receiving Clerk TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience) Logistics Sterling, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Senior Stock Clerk/Administrative Assistant NEW

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Mid Cyber Counterintelligence Desk Officer/ Counterintelligence Prescient Edge View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Fort Belvoir, VA...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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