Material Handlers for hire in Jackson, MI
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 Jackson, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills9%Heavy Lifting8%Education level
High school diploma or GED89%Vocational or technical training9%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years8%3-5 years20%Current company
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Dawn FoodsTime at current job
Less than a year25%1-2 years31%2-5 years31%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Jackson, MI: $37,582 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,380 – $43,620 yearly
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Machine Operator/Assembler/Material Handler
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationCPIMDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLift TruckMaterial handler and high-low driver
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationPassenger EndorsementFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementConfidential Clearance+12 moreSkills
Archival StandardsMaterials HandlingShipping & ReceivingWarehouse ExperiencePackagingPallet JackWarehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeCertified Supply Chain ProfessionalForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsKnowledge ManagementMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator/Machine Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipMachine Operator
Jackson, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAgricultureFarmingFarm MachineryInventory Specialist
Grass Lake, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitGuard CardDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSecurityForklift CertificationLift TruckForklift
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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: communication skills, organizational skills and heavy lifting.
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: machine operator, forklift operator and machine operator/assembler/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 Jackson, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 9 years of professional experience.
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