Material Handlers for hire in Jackson, MS
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, MS to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Heavy Lifting11%Lift Truck8%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
1-2 years12%3-5 years18%6-10 years20%Current company
Express Employment Professionals
Hunter Engineering Company
Nissan north America
Time at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years18%2-5 years32%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Jackson, MS: $42,132 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $31,595 – $56,182 yearly
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Material Handler
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSHACCP CertificationCherry Picker+9 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMathematical AptitudeCommunication SkillsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftOrder PickerMaterial Handling Equipment OperationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack Certification+5 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftForklifts with Various AttachmentsClass DCDLDriver's LicenseClamp Truck+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingLift TruckForkliftForklifts with Various AttachmentsClamp TruckOrder PickingForklift Operator/Material Handler/ shift lead
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsInventory ManagementAmazon Fulfillment Associate
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationASE CertificationScissor Lift CertificationASE A8 Engine Performance CertificationSafe Quality Food CertificationASE Parts Specialist Certification+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceAdvanced Knife SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsForklift Operator
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRTWIC CardElectric Pallet Jack CertificationCrane CertificationRough Terrain Forklift Certification+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceReach 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 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, lift truck 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: material handler/forklift operator, forklift operator and amazon fulfillment associate.
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, MS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 12 years of professional experience.
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