Material Handlers for hire in Seattle, WA
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 Seattle, WA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills8%Time Management6%Education level
High school diploma or GED74%Associate's degree14%Bachelor's degree10%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years40%3-5 years10%Current company
Amazon Warehouse
CSA TransportationAerotek/Karmen Space & DefenseTime at current job
More than 5 years67%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Sep 20, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Seattle, WA: $49,071 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $41,520 – $58,271 yearly
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Material Handler/ Forklift Operator
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseConfidential ClearanceHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+10 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCNC Operator/Sawyer/Material Handler Lead
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipCleaningDrivingDelivery DrivingMaterial Handler
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
CPRSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMaterials HandlingOrder PickingOrder PickerRF ScannerTeam Leader
Shoreline, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsMicrosoft OfficeComputer SkillsProductivity SoftwareTeam LeadershipMaterial Handler
Seattle, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
OSHA 10Driver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Inventory ControlInventory ManagementCycle Counting Inventory ManagementPhysical Inventory Counts for Inventory ManagementLifting EquipmentLift TruckMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
SeaTac, Washington State
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingHeavy Equipment OperationLift TruckForkliftBucket OperationBoom Lift
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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: communication skills, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for material handlers?
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: CNC operator/sawyer/material handler lead, lead loader and cherry picker / order picker (seasonal contract).
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 Seattle, WA, 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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