Material Handler Jobs in Barre, VT

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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Warehouse Associate- Accredo

  • Washington, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 1 day ago

Safe operation of material handling equipment and hand tools such as pallet jacks (manual and electric), carts, dollies, box cutters, wire cutters, etc....

Warehouse Loader - Montpelier, 2nd shift, 4pm-12am (starting at $21.79/hour)

  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 1 day ago

What you'll be doing: Safely operate a forklift and electric pallet jack - we will train and certify interested and capable candidates Load product into and out of the warehouse Maintain accurate inventory...

Liquor Warehouse Specialist - Temporary

  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 11 days ago

Overview The Department of Liquor and Lottery is seeking a motivated individual who can work in a fast-paced environment and possesses excellent attention to detail skills. The ideal candidate...

Warehouse Associate 1pm-9pm

  • Barre, VT
  • 23 days ago
  • Barre, VT
  • 23 days ago

Load each product according to the assigned specification/diagram safely using a variety of motorized equipment such as pushers, squeeze trucks, fork trucks and pallet jacks....

Liquor Warehouse Specialist

  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery is looking for a Warehouse Specialist to work in Montpelier. This position features warehouse work involving shipping and receiving fragile...

Ice Cream Warehouse/Forklift Operator - Ben & Jerry's ( Waterbury VT)

  • Waterbury, VT (18 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waterbury, VT (18 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 90+ days ago

Who You Are & What You'll Do Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) in a variety of warehouse environments to load and unload shipments....

Warehouse Loader - Montpelier, 2nd shift, 4pm-12am (starting at $21.16/hour)

  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Montpelier, VT (8 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll be doing: Safely operate a forklift and electric pallet jack - we will train and certify interested and capable candidates Load product into and out of the warehouse Maintain accurate inventory...

Freight Handler Part-Time

  • Berlin, VT (10 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berlin, VT (10 miles from Barre, VT)
  • 45+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Barre, VT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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