Material Handler Jobs in Morgantown, WV

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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Full Time Forklift/Warehouse Associate

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 2 hours ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 2 hours ago

Overview Compensation - $17 Hourly + Full Benefits Associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized...

Warehouse Associate

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will...

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

  • Fairmont, WV (10 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV (10 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 16 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...

Fabrication Technician/ Warehouse Associate

  • Uniontown, PA (24 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Uniontown, PA (24 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Paint gaskets or use a punch press machine with dies to cut soft gaskets. Assist hose area with basic duties such as hose banding and crimping, roll, cut or test hoses....

Demographic Data for Morgantown, WV

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Morgantown, WV

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 Morgantown, WV 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 Morgantown, WV
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%