Material Handlers for hire in Akron, OH
Find material handlers who specialize in safely moving, loading and unloading goods while operating forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency in logistics operations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Akron, OH to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting10%Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Vocational or technical training5%Associate's degree5%Years of experience
3-5 years30%6-10 years30%More than 10 years20%Current company
Ohio Gratings, Inc
ABC Supply Co
AlacriantTime at current job
Less than a year67%2-5 years17%More than 5 years17%
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Last updated: Sep 20, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Akron, OH: $36,203 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,223 – $46,440 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipMaterials HandlingForklift/Material Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator/Material Handler
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CSecret ClearanceForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator/Material Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceProduction Technician
Stow, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsWarehouse ExperienceWarehouse OperationsMaterial Handler/Machine Operator
Barberton, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOTR
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What's the average time to fill a material handler role?
The average time to fill a material handler role is 33 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do material handlers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a material handler include: heavy lifting, communication skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for material handlers?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to material handlers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to material handlers include: forklift operator/material handler, material handler/forklift operator and material handler/machine operator.
What level of education is common for a material handler?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a material handler in Akron, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 7 years of professional experience.
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