Material Handler Jobs in Saltillo, MS

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

Tupelo, MS (11 miles from Saltillo, MS)
3 days ago

Tupelo, MS (11 miles from Saltillo, MS)
3 days ago

Operate material handling equipment; includingpallet jack, forklift,etc. Troubleshootissues with packing equipment,label machines, tapers, palletizers, etc....

Material Handler - Receiving/Forklift

Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Saltillo, MS)
11 days ago

Pontotoc, MS (23 miles from Saltillo, MS)
11 days ago

Hourly Rate: $18.84 DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY To support the manufacturing process by moving raw materials to set locations using RF scanners and powered industrial equipment RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

Baldwyn, MS (10 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Baldwyn, MS (10 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.25 - $25.75 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker

Verona, MS (12 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Verona, MS (12 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.25 - $25.75 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

Dumas, MS (19 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Dumas, MS (19 miles from Saltillo, MS)
13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.25 - $25.75 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

Dumas, MS (19 miles from Saltillo, MS)
18 days ago

Dumas, MS (19 miles from Saltillo, MS)
18 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.25 - $25.75 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Part-time

Tupelo, MS (11 miles from Saltillo, MS)
60+ days ago

Tupelo, MS (11 miles from Saltillo, MS)
60+ days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

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Demographic Data for Saltillo, MS

Moving to Saltillo, MS? Find some basic demographic data about Saltillo, MS below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Saltillo, MS

Local

National

Total Population

12,556

Number of Businesses

202

City Size

Medium/Sm

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Saltillo, MS

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 Saltillo, MS 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 Saltillo, MS

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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