Material Handlers for hire in Chattanooga, TN
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 Chattanooga, TN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting8%Communication Skills8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree13%Bachelor's degree2%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%3-5 years20%6-10 years20%Current company
Huali Floors USA
OPmobility
Roper CorporationTime at current job
2-5 years60%1-2 years20%More than 5 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,563 profiles for Material Handlers in Chattanooga, TN
Last updated: Oct 11, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chattanooga, TN: $30,922 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $21,758 – $43,946 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseHACCP CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingForklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOSHA Safety CertificationHazmatCertified Welding InspectorHazardous Material HandlingDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsMechanic ExperienceGeneral Laborerforklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DHazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsService Technician ExperienceCNC Laser Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftCertified Notary PublicHazmatShipping & ReceivingMaterial Handling Equipment OperationHazardous Material Handling+17 moreSkills
Communication SkillsService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsWarehouse ExperienceStand up forklift operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseCIRONon-CDL Class CNATE CertificationElectrician Apprentice+3 moreSkills
ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMachine Operator/Forklift Operator
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseLaser CuttingCNC Laser CuttingNon-CDL Class CCNC Laser Cutter+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsOrder PickingOrder PickerMaterials HandlingLift Truck
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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 36 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, shipping and receiving clerk/material handler and warehouse distribution clerk.
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 Chattanooga, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 20 years of professional experience.
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