Material Handler Jobs in Laurens, SC

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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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 22 hours ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Laurens, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Laurens, SC
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.9 - $23.4 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

  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.9 - $23.4 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...

Backroom - Material Handler II

  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 7 days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Backroom - Material Handler II. The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour....

Forklift Operator

  • Clinton, SC (13 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Clinton, SC (13 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 12 days ago

Description Forklift Operator What you will do: Strong commitment to working safely Performing daily inspections of lift trucks and completing required forms Ensuring lift truck maintenance and...

Warehouse Associate-US

  • Roebuck, SC (23 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Roebuck, SC (23 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Access is currently looking for exceptional people to join our ever-growing team, we have multiple positions open in our warehouse including: Warehouse Associate / Record Center Specialist Driver...

Warehouse Worker

  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.9 - $23.4 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Simpsonville, SC (19 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Simpsonville, SC (19 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 14 days ago

Forklift Operator Up to $16.50 Right To Hire LIGHT INDUSTRIAL Simpsonville, SC Branch: Greenville SC Job ID: 24-38220 QUICK APPLY No resume? Create a new profile Back to Results Description: Keeps...

Material Handler -1st Shift

  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Material Handler -1st Shift. The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour....

Distribution Associate 1st Shift

  • Woodruff, SC (19 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Woodruff, SC (19 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 27 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Material Handler Fabrication

  • Roebuck, SC (23 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roebuck, SC (23 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Stoop, bend, squat, crawl, and climb PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Currently be serving in the role of Material Handler a plus....

Material Handler - 3rd shift

  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenwood, SC (24 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Material Handling uses a variety of equipment such as stand-up forklifts and stand-up clamp lifts to move materials, parts, assemblies and finished products or goods within a plant, office or warehouse...

Material Handler (Forklift Operator) - 3rd shift

  • Fountain Inn, SC (15 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fountain Inn, SC (15 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Description We have an immediate opportunity for a Material Handler (Forklift Operator)....

Material Handler II

  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Material Handler II. The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour....

Shipping Technician II (Material Handler)

  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hodges, SC (16 miles from Laurens, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Shipping Technician II (Material Handler). The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Laurens, SC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Laurens, SC 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 Laurens, SC
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%