Material Handler Jobs in Worcester, 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

  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • moments 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....

Forklift Operators $18 -$21 and Material Handlers $16-$19

  • Uxbridge, MA (16 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (16 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

pallet jack....

Material Handler I

  • Worcester, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 10 hours ago

In this Function You Will Operate a variety of material handling equipment (sit-down or stand-up fork trucks, pallet jacks, two-wheel and four-wheel dollies, cranes, pallet stackers/walkie rider, etc...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Edgestone Staffing is looking for a 2nd shift forklift operator for one of our Northborough, MA. clients. This client is a distributor of kitchen and bathroom products. Schedule: Monday - Friday;...

Forklift Operator

  • Lunenburg, MA (22 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lunenburg, MA (22 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handling: Transport, stack, and organize materials within the facility, including pallets, boxes, and other items....

Shag Driver/Yard Jockey - Local Driver

  • Hardwick, MA (24 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hardwick, MA (24 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

SHAG DRIVER/YARD JOCKEY - LOCAL DRIVER TMC Transportation Hardwick, MA (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details TMC has a job opening for shag drivers on our dedicated customer's yard in Bloomfield, CT!...

Warehouseman

  • Devens, MA (21 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devens, MA (21 miles from Worcester, 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...

Overnight Stock Clerk Full Time

  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

3rd Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Ayer, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ayer, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

1st Shift Distribution Material Handler

  • Worcester, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 2 days ago

Essential Job Duties: Accurately loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product and POS material. Utilizes manual and power material handling equipment....

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Holden, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Holden, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days 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

  • Westborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America!...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to learn new skills through a new job opportunity? If you're an order picker/packer who excels at hitting production goals, don't miss out on this opportunity! We're looking for reliable...

Warehouse Associate

  • Westborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 3 days ago

A Day in The Life of a Warehouse Associate As a Warehouse Associate you will be responsible for performing warehouse tasks including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, light assembly...

Outlet Warehouse Associate - Product Support

  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago

Product Support Associates Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Product Support Associates are TEAM members within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Worcester, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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