Question 1

What does a Material Handler do?

Accepted Answer

Material handlers move products in warehouses and manufacturing facilities, either manually or using equipment such as trucks or forklifts. Their responsibilities may include pulling inventory and moving stock and other materials to fulfill orders, and unloading product deliveries by pulling them off of trucks and putting them on shelves.

There are no specific education requirements, but many employers prefer a high school degree or equivalent. In some positions, material handlers need a certificate to operate a forklift or other equipment. Material handlers need to have stamina and strength since they are typically on their feet for long periods of time and often need to lift heavy products.

Question 2

What responsibilities are common for Material Handler jobs?

Accepted Answer

Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and products
Move materials to and from loading docks, delivery trucks, storage areas, and manufacturing areas
Identify and label materials, and record their locations in the warehouse/on the shelves to maintain inventory
Prepare finished products for shipment by identifying their location, then pulling, packing, and loading them
Operate trucks, forklifts, cranes, and other equipment to move freight
Perform and report cycle counts
Comply with all warehouse safety rules and guidelines

Question 3

What are the typical qualifications for Material Handler jobs?

Accepted Answer

High school diploma or equivalent
1-5 years of experience working in a warehouse setting or in logistics; experience in operating material handling equipment preferred
Certification to ride forklift truck preferred
Must be able to work well in a team
Ability to read.write and to follow instructions, and work independently with little guidance
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend and to lift heavy materials
Ability to operate computers and relevant warehouse management computer software
Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends

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