Material Handler Jobs in Torrington, CT

A Material Handler in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and control of materials within a manufacturing facility. This includes receiving, transporting, stocking, and delivering materials within the facility. They also maintain inventory records, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. They often operate heavy machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks to accomplish their tasks. Material Handlers play an integral role in maintaining the flow of materials which is essential in a manufacturing production line.

Important skills for a Material Handler include physical strength and stamina, as the job often involves lifting heavy items, as well as good organizational skills for managing inventory. Attention to detail is necessary for maintaining accurate inventory records. Operating machinery requires a certain level of technical skill, and safety consciousness is essential to avoid accidents. Certification as a forklift operator may be required, and prior experience in a similar role is often preferred. A person may have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator, or Inventory Clerk before becoming a Material Handler.

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Warehouse Associate

  • Bristol, CT (14 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bristol, CT (14 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 hours ago

Skills/Abilities: Ability to operate various types of materials handling equipment including: Pallet jacks - manual and powered Forklifts - Stand-up/Sit-down Turret Truck Push Carts Rolling ladders...

Airport Warehouse Associate

  • Windsor Locks, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Duties: Pallet breakdown building and sorting through pallet loading and unloading of trucks Qualifications: Warehouse experience Ability to read a tape measure Material handling experience High...

Warehouse Associate

  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

KBS is looking for motivated, high-energy General Warehouse Associates (Corrugate Recycler) to join our team for immediate full-time, permanent positions in Windsor, CT! These positions are...

Warehouse Associate II- Night Shift

  • Bloomfield, CT (20 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (20 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

At Niagara, were looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Material Handler II

  • East Granby, CT (21 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Granby, CT (21 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Licensed and can operate all material handling equipment (i.e. Stand-up, Sit-down, Combi, Lancer, Tugger) at assigned Operations facility....

Forklift Operator

  • Bloomfield, CT (20 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (20 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge and understanding of warehouse and material handling functions preferred. Interpersonal communication skills with team members and ability to communicate using email is a must....

Warehouse Associate - 1st shfit forklift

  • Newington, CT (22 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newington, CT (22 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Adecco US, Inc. Warehouse Associate - 1st shfit forklift in Newington , Connecticut Adecco is assisting a customer in Newington who is recruiting for a warehouse/forklift opening. The rate of pay...

Supply Chain Associate I - Full Time

  • Hartford, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Under general supervision, the Supply Chain Associate I receives incoming shipments, unloads, and unpacks shipments and verifies contents with purchase order. Ships outgoing packages with proper...

Warehouse Associate (Weekly Pay)

  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Looking for a rewarding career to make an impact and gain valuable warehousing experience? Join Safelite's growing fulfillment center team and ensure customers' safety on the road by delivering...

Warehouse Associate I Weekend Shift

  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you dont match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're...

Forklift Driver (SPIN Material Handler)

  • Canaan, CT (15 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Canaan, CT (15 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Summary A Shift - 7:00am-7:00pm Job Description We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our...

Outbound Forklift Operator

  • Bristol, CT (14 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (14 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Company: US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 06114 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $10.00 - $48.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance with...

Outbound Forklift Operator

  • Hartford, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Outbound Forklift Operator Freshpoint - 3.2 Hartford, CT Job Details Estimated: $35.6K - $41.8K a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Writing skills English Forklift High school diploma or GED...

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Kensington, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kensington, CT (24 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Company: US1225 FreshPoint Connecticut, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 06114 Travel Percentage: 0 Compensation Range: $10.00 - $48.00 The compensation range provided is in compliance with...

Materials Handler

  • New Hartford, CT (6 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Hartford, CT (6 miles from Torrington, CT)
  • 9 days ago

The Materials Handler is responsible for various duties including stocking and staging goods and finished goods....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Torrington, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Torrington, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Torrington, CT
Less than 1 year
43.6%
None
35.2%
1-2 years
15.6%
10+ years
2.9%
4-6 years
2.2%
2-4 years
0.5%