Material Handler Jobs in Kentucky

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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The Material Handler interacts with other departments to achieve the companys core strategies and moves products to accommodate production....

Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 hour ago

Essentra Components is immediately hiring for a Warehouse Associate on 1st shift based in the Louisville, KY area to join our team. In your role as a Warehouse Associate, you would be responsible...

Job Title: Material Handler/Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift Location: Florence, KY Pay: $21.50 hr + shift differential Shift Information: 2nd shift available (shift differential pay) Position Overview...

Full Time 2nd Shift Automated Warehouse Material Handler

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 2 hours ago

Job Overview 2nd shift; Monday - Friday - 5pm start time The Automated Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the fulfillment of customer orders by retrieving and stacking specific product and...

Full Time 2nd Shift Forklift Operator II

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 2 hours ago

handling equipment at a proficient level, such as a forklift and, or pallet jack....

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level

  • Lexington, KY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 13 hours ago

Job Posting: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 13 hours ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll be part of an energetic and efficient team thats dedicated to delivering tech products from the stores warehouse to our customers when, where and how they...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $22.00

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Amazon Air Associate Job Overview Youre on your way to joining Amazon Air and being part of the dedicated team that sorts packages in the warehouse or loads packages onto the aircraft helping...

Warehouse Associate - Mid Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Do you want to be A WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE at Autocar PARTS? Who Are We Looking For? Autocar Parts is looking for individuals that thrive in a team-based environment, for a company focused on...

Warehouse Associate - 1st shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Do you want to be A WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE at Autocar PARTS? Who Are We Looking For? Autocar Parts is looking for individuals that thrive in a team-based environment, for a company focused on...

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Do you want to be A WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE at Autocar PARTS? Who Are We Looking For? Autocar Parts is looking for individuals that thrive in a team-based environment, for a company focused on...

Warehouse Associate

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Now hiring Warehouse Associates in Erlanger, KY! The associate would be doing pick, pack and receiving functions. Data entry and receiving of inventory into warehouse systems. Pull and prepare...

Warehouse Worker

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Accurately count product inventory by location Transport orders to shipping locations utilizing non-powered material handling equipment. Assist in physical inventories....

Warehouse Associate-Hebron, KY

  • Hebron, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 23 hours ago

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike.Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps...

Material Handler/Forklift 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator/Material Handler 3rd Shift 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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%