Material Handler Jobs in Osage, IA

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.

1-9 of 9 Jobs

Material Handler II

  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 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 - 2nd Shift

  • Osage, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 8 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator Afternoon/Evening -Part Time

  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 16 days ago

This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations....

Forklift Operator

  • Osage, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 18 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 21 days ago

Overview Stable and growing organization Pay beginning at $22.85 per hour Quick advancement Professional, positive and people-centered work environment Modern facilities Clean, late model...

Warehouse Worker

  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mason City, IA (23 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Hiring for 3rd Shift! 3rd Shift = Sun-Thur 2 consecutive days off! Paid training Incentive pay opportunities Great Benefits includes Medical, Dental, & Vision Position...

Material Handler, 2nd Shift

  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Unloading and loading trucks using material handling equipment. Accepting loads and receiving material into the system. Completing accurate inventory counts....

Material Handler - 3rd Shift

  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Material Handler 1 - 3rd Shift Starting min rate of $15.67 per hour Schedule: Sunday - Friday 11:00pm-7:00am Occasional overtime may be required including weekends $3/hr shift premium...

Material Handler, 1st Shift

  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Riceville, IA (13 miles from Osage, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Unloading and loading trucks using material handling equipment. Accepting loads and receiving material into the system. Completing accurate inventory counts....

Demographic Data for Osage, IA

Moving to Osage, IA? Find some basic demographic data about Osage, IA below.


Local
National
5,605
178
Medium/Sm

Material Handler Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireManufacturing curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Effective Questioning for Call Handlers
How an organisation handles phone calls can have a direct impact on its success - a badly handled call can mean limited information that might affect service delivery, customer satisfaction and...
Functional Polymeric Materials
Learn the functional polymers, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Polymers, typically plastics and fibers, are leading materials providing useful and inexpensive items for modern living....
Structural Materials: Selection and Economics
Billions of tons of structural materials, such as steel, aluminum, and titanium are used every year. Learn where, why, and when they are used. From skyscrapers to transportation infrastructure,...

Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Osage, IA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Osage, IA 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 Osage, IA
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%