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 Lifting11%Organizational Skills10%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Associate's degree7%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years6%3-5 years20%Current company
Hendrickson
ABC Supply Co
Americold Inc
Time at current job
Less than a year30%1-2 years17%2-5 years37%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Akron, OH: $36,586 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $28,359 – $47,198 yearly
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Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
CDLFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLift TruckForkliftForklift/Material Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationASE CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationNon-CDL Class CRough Terrain Forklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator/Material Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementForklift Operator/Material Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingMaterial Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLeadershipMaterial Handler
Akron, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Lift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperienceIndustrial EquipmentBasic MathMath
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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 34 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, organizational skills and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a material handler?
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 and bulk material handler.
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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