Material Handlers for hire in Minneapolis, MN
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 Minneapolis, MN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills9%Communication Skills9%Heavy Lifting7%Education level
High school diploma or GED75%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%3-5 years20%6-10 years20%Current company
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Maker's Pride
Thomson Reuters
Time at current job
1-2 years50%2-5 years50%
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Last updated: Oct 18, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Minneapolis, MN: $49,589 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $40,286 – $61,040 yearly
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Order Picker/Material Handler
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingPallet JackMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationHazmatReach TruckDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingPallet Jack+8 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsWarehouse ExperienceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DConfined Space CertificationIICRC CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+12 moreSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsMaterial Handler
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCDL CServsafeForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsJust-In-TimeWarehouse Forklift Operator/Material handler
Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
HazmatHazardous Material HandlingDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsJust-In-TimeMaterial Handler - Order Picker
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Licenses & certifications
Class DCDLDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMathematical Aptitude
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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: organizational skills, communication skills and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for material handlers?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License 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, machine operator/material handler and material clerk/forklift 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 Minneapolis, MN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 10 years of professional experience.
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