Material Handler Jobs in West Virginia

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

  • Charleston, WV
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 16 hours 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...

Truck Driver & Warehouse Worker

  • Princeton, WV
  • 17 hours ago
  • Princeton, WV
  • 17 hours ago

Truck Driver & Warehouse Worker Princeton, WV 300 Princeton Ave. 24740, 300 PRINCETON AVE, Princeton, West Virginia, United States of America Req #34917 Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Location: Mercer...

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...

Warehouse Worker

  • Arbovale, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Arbovale, WV
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.45 - $26.95 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

  • Cabins, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Cabins, WV
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.45 - $26.95 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 - Full TIme

  • Bartow, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Bartow, WV
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.45 - $26.95 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 - Urgent Vacancies

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 5 days ago

handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner post id: ... [ ]...

Materials Handler Supervisor (Warehouse Worker Foreman)

  • Glenville, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Glenville, WV
  • 6 days ago

Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 04 Job family (Series) 6907 Materials Handler Supervisory status No Security...

Warehouse Associate

  • Huntington, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 7 days ago

handling equipment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Nitro, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Nitro, WV
  • 7 days ago

Warehouse Associate A fast-growing Nitro, WV company is looking for several warehouse associates to work full-time and potentially grow into bigger roles within the company. Responsibilities: As a...

Forklift Operator II

  • Elkins, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Elkins, WV
  • 7 days ago

Job OverviewThe Forklift Operator II is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Triadelphia, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Triadelphia, WV
  • 13 days 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Rainelle, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Rainelle, WV
  • 13 days ago

Transport and stack packs of lumber in outside storage areas, kilns and production areas. Loading and unloading kilns and/or trucks. Lift maintenance and cleaning. Do paperwork, follow safety...

Supply Chain Technician

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 15 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 15 days ago

Operate material handling equipment (pallet jack, carts and hand trucks) safely Maintain a good working relationship with co-workers and provide excellent customer service to all internal and external...

Forklift Operator

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 16 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 16 days ago

Additionally, the role is responsible for accurate material handling and cycle count functions....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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%