Material Handler Jobs in Acton, MA

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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Looking for a Driver / Warehouse Worker

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

un Looking for a Driver / Warehouse Worker (Hyde Park) Areni Selections image 1 of 1 100 Business Street near Resevation Road compensation: $25 per hour employment type: experience level: mid...

Warehouse Associate

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

To represent 1-800-FLOWERS.com in a positive manner, and design merchandise to satisfy the needs of the customers, both retail and in-wire. This is a high pace environment, and the candidate must...

Warehouse Worker

  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Location: SCP Hopkinton, MA - 98; 12 Parkwood Dr, Hopkinton, MA 01748 Pay: Starting at $15 / hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses. You want Benefits? Youve got it! Our generous...

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Youll be part of the Amazon warehouse team that gets orders ready for customers relying on Amazon services. Our fast-paced, physical...

Material Handler

  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

A company in North Reading, MA is seeking a Service Technician who will be responsible for Robotics assembly, Material Handling, and product packaging....

Materials Handler II

  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

handling, analysis and reconciliation tasks....

Warehouse Worker (Full Time Nights)

  • Peabody, MA (23 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peabody, MA (23 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Willingness to train and be certified to drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Warehouse Associate, 1st Shift

  • Boylston, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boylston, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Handling Math and Calculation Warehouse Qualifications Years of experience: 0 years Experience level: Entry Level Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies....

Material Handler

  • Wilmington, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, MA (13 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Whats a typical day as a Material Handler?...

Inventory Specialist

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Inventory Specialist What you will be doing: This role focuses on performing supply chain and logistics functions such as material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing,...

Material Handler/Assembler 2nd Shift

  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Our client Amazon, in North Reading, MA is seeking a Material Handler to join their team....

Warehouse Associate II

  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Preferably, YOU have: High school diploma or GED 2 - 5 years of experience Forklift experience Physical Job in nature, Must be able to lift 50 pounds Material handling experience HERE, we have: Medical...

Warehouse Worker

  • Sterling, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, MA (18 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the...

Material Handler I (D Shift)

  • Clinton, MA (15 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton, MA (15 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Acton, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.

Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Acton, MA 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 Acton, MA
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Material Handler position

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