Material Handlers for hire in Columbus, GA
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 Columbus, GA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Organizational Skills9%Communication Skills8%Leadership6%Education level
High school diploma or GED74%Associate's degree14%Bachelor's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years26%3-5 years16%Current company
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2-5 years36%1-2 years27%More than 5 years27%
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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, GA: $38,424 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,286 – $43,061 yearly
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Assembly Line Worker/Material Handler
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationHVAC Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceSymbilityOrganizational SkillsForklift Operator and Material Handler
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsStrategic PlanningTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Columbus, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
National Institute for Certification in Engineering TechnologiesEPA CertificationConfined Space CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's License+9 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceMechanic ExperienceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsOnline MarketingDigital MarketingMaterial Handler
Phenix City, Alabama
Licenses & certifications
Class DMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCertified Forklift Operator/Material Handler
Midland, Georgia
Licenses & certifications
Bb(ascp)Driver's LicenseOSHA 10ASCP CertificationAEDFlagger Certification+7 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
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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: organizational skills, communication skills and leadership.
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: material handler/forklift operator, production worker and assembly line worker/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 Columbus, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 13 years of professional experience.
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