Material Handler Jobs in Florence, SC

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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Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Florence, SC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 10 hours 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/Delivery Associate

  • Florence, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 1 day ago

We are searching for energetic, detailed oriented, and dependable Warehouse Associates and Delivery Associates, who are passionate about providing a great and remarkable customer experience! The...

Warehouse Associate - Nights

  • Florence, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 2 days ago

storage area; offloads pallets from trailers and stage for LGVs to pick up Corrects product spills Manually pulls pallets from production as needed Supplies production with non-inventory items (glue...

Material Handler

  • Florence, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 5 days ago

Now hiring for material handler. Spherion in Florence, SC currently has material handler opportunities available for 1st shift to support our customer in Florence, SC....

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PT Outbound Freight Handler

  • Florence, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 6 days ago

Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Darlington, SC (4 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Darlington, SC (4 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker - Equipment Operator

  • Society Hill, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Society Hill, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Part Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Florence, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 8 days 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...

Inventory Clerk

  • Hartsville, SC (19 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hartsville, SC (19 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 8 days ago

Recruiting Solutions is seeking anInventory Clerkfor a client located in Darlington.The inventory clerk is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of inventory through daily inventory counts to...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Sellers, SC (20 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Sellers, SC (20 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker

  • Blenheim, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Blenheim, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Freight Handler

  • Latta, SC (21 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Latta, SC (21 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Job Summary As a Material Handler you will be responsible for unloading/loading trucks, receiving/shipping materials, handling, moving, and storing materials within a highly automated warehouse setting...

PPM Delivery Warehouse Associate (SH) -Temp--7.2

  • Society Hill, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Society Hill, SC (17 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 15 days ago

Uses material handling equipment, e.g., rolling cart and stairs, hand truck, pallet jack and forklift to gather and stage job materials on job racks and to place and pull stock as needed....

Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

  • Darlington, SC (4 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Darlington, SC (4 miles from Florence, SC)
  • 15 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Demographic Data for Florence, SC

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Florence, SC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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