Material Handler Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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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Part-Time Warehouse Stocker (Night) - Hersheys Chocolate World $15

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 17 hours ago

Job Location: *Hershey, PA * Hourly Pay Rate: *$15.00 or more based on experience * Minimum Age: *18 years of age or older * Overnight Shift Hours of Availability: * Requires nights, weekends and...

Yard Driver NON DOT

  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palmyra, PA (20 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the worlds leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing,...

Forklift Operator

  • Annville, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annville, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Youll load and unload shipments of various sizes, and you may use certain types of equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.Our environment is team oriented...

Yard Hostler

  • Leola, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Leola, PA (7 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

About Grocery Outlet: Our Mission: Touching lives for the better Our Vision: Touching lives by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S. Our Values & Behaviors: Achievement,...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker Equip Op

  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shillington, PA (24 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Jack, Stock Picker, Clamp Lift and On Property Yard Driver....

Material Handler 1

  • Dallastown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallastown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: The material handlers are responsible to load and unload trucks, track and control inventory, issue material to production, and move inventory items within the plant and inter-plant...

Materials Handler I

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Range: Materials Handler I: $15.68/hr. - $21.97/hr.; Materials Handler II: $17.64/hr. - $21.97/hr....

Part-Time Warehouse Stocker (Night) - Hershey's Chocolate World $15

  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Location: Hershey, PA Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00 or more based on experience Minimum Age: 18 years of age or older Overnight Shift Hours of Availability: Requires nights, weekends and holiday...

Material Handler- 1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

The Material Handler will also be tasked with time management skills to keep production running smooth....

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Manchester, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Manchester, PA (21 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Duties include locating and moving products on pallets or creating pallets for storage or shipment....

Forklift Operator

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 3 days ago

Perform inventory counts, material handling, and cleaning as needed. To ensure the safety and quality of the products that the line produces....

Cdl A Truck Driver / Yard Jockey

  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Looking for a driving job that keeps you close to home? We've got the perfect opportunity for you! We prioritize your work-life balance with home-daily schedules that ensure you...

Material Handler

  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Material Handler mixes and packages Company products. Maintains inventory levels and assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse....

Warehouse Specialist

  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, PA (22 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Summary Perform a variety of material handling duties and responsibilities to ensure the consistent flow of materials throughout the donated goods and retail division....

Warehouse Operator - Cooler - Seasonal

  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (16 miles from Lancaster, PA)
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Swiss Premium Dairy has immediate job opening for fast paced and motivated warehouse operators to perform any combination of picking, pulling, and building orders, palletizing products,...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Lancaster, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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