Material Handler Jobs in Wilmington, MA

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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Material Handler

  • Westford, MA (13 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Westford, MA (13 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks....

General Warehouse Associate

  • Woburn, MA (5 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA (5 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Manual material handling of objects such as totes, boxes, garments or other items up to 10 lbs. constantly, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally. We are an E-Verify employer....

Maintenance Parts Inventory Clerk

  • Wakefield, MA (7 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Wakefield, MA (7 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

Maintenance Parts Inventory Clerk (Wakefield) First Step Staffing 365 Audobon Rd compensation: $27 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Maintenance Parts Inventory Clerk...

Reagent Material Handler - Split Shift

  • Waltham, MA (12 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (12 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

Reagent Material Handler - Split Shift Department: Fluids Production Location: Waltham, MA Nova Biomedical is hiring a Material Handler to support the Reagent Manufacturing team in our Waltham, MA facility...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $20/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Pelham, NH (14 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pelham, NH (14 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Stock Associate Garys Liquors

  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Stock Associate Gary's Liquors (West Roxbury) Gary's Liquors 655 vfw pky near independence dr compensation: Starts at $18 + or more depending on experience employment type: job title: Stock...

Forklift Driver

  • Winchester, MA (8 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, MA (8 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

* Using pallet jacks to move product * Driving Forklifts to put product away. * Reach truck a BONUS!!!...

BOSTON, Faneuil Hall, Stockroom Associate I

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Sales Support Associate Job Description The Sales Support Associate role is an integral part of the store's overall success and efficiency; demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when...

Material Handler

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Category: Mx Materials POSITION PURPOSE Maintains, ships, and handles aircraft parts and material. Ensures timely location and acquisition of parts/materials for maintenance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES...

Warehouseman

  • Devens, MA (22 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devens, MA (22 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouseman Salary Range: $25.15 - $25.15 Salary Max: 25.15 USD Req Id: 915 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 1st Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Devens Posting Start Date: 4/18/25 Summary Welcome...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Saugus, MA (10 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saugus, MA (10 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days 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 Technician

  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

About Quench Quenchs purpose is to impact peoples lives and improve the earth by helping to eliminate the 500 million plastic bottles consumed each year. We play a front-line role in the battle...

3rd Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Ayer, MA (20 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ayer, MA (20 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Position has overall responsibility for all material handling and trailer loading/unloading at Catania Spagna....

Material Handler

  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Wilmington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Supply Inventory and reconciliation Material handling - moving parts throughout the facility using pallet jacks, fork trucks, etc. Provide quarterly cycle counts of all packaging supplies....

Yard Jockey

  • Wilmington, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 2 days ago

Yard Jockey Job Description As a Yard Jockey, you will be responsible for working in the yard and driving trailers around the property to organize the yard and move products as needed. You will...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Wilmington, MA

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Wilmington, MA 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 Wilmington, MA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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