Material Handlers for hire in Memphis, 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 Memphis, TN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Materials Handling7%Heavy Lifting6%Warehouse Experience6%Education level
High school diploma or GED88%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
6-10 years46%3-5 years26%More than 10 years24%Current company
FedEx
NIKE
Time at current job
2-5 years57%More than 5 years29%1-2 years14%
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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Memphis, TN: $38,682 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $29,380 – $50,927 yearly
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Material Handler
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DF EndorsementDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CMassage Therapy LicenseLicensed Massage Therapist+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsMaterials HandlingMaterial Handler/Machine Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class D SecurityDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsShipping & ReceivingRF ScannerWarehouse ExperienceMachiningFolk Lift Operator
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSchedule ManagementMaterial Handler
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCompliance with Parental InstructionsManufacturingMaterial Handler
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementMaterials HandlingUnloadingMaterial Handler
Memphis, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Oil ChangeLubricationAutomotive Component LubricationSkills
Computer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsAnimal CareOil ChangeStocking
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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: materials handling, heavy lifting and warehouse experience.
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 picking and packing, material handler/machine operator and folk lift operator.
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 Memphis, TN, 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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