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Material Handler Equipment Operator Jobs in Georgia

Material Handler

Plainville, GA · On-site

$17.57/hr

Material Handler ATCO Rubber Products Inc. is currently hiring Material Handlers who are licensed ... Transporting stock throughout the warehouse using forklifts or similar equipment. * Operating ...

Material Handler

College Park, GA · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

... equipment, and safety protocols · Proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment · Excellent organizational and time management skills · Attention to detail and ability ...

Material Handler

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

... equipment, and safety protocols • Proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Attention to detail and ...

Material Handler

Oakwood, GA · On-site

$20.19/hr

Operating robotic palletizers, stretch wrappers, conveyors. * Maintaining clean and orderly work ... Operate material handling equipment, hoists and other equipment. * Work in a team environment and ...

Material Handler

Oakwood, GA · On-site

$20.19/hr

Operating robotic palletizers, stretch wrappers, conveyors. * Maintaining clean and orderly work ... Operate material handling equipment, hoists and other equipment. * Work in a team environment and ...

Material Handler

College Park, GA · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

... equipment, and safety protocols • Proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Attention to detail and ...

Material Handler

College Park, GA · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

... equipment, and safety protocols · Proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment · Excellent organizational and time management skills · Attention to detail and ability ...

Material Handler

Griffin, GA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Operate powered industrial trucks (forklifts, cherry pickers) and other equipment to move products ... Preferred Qualifications Experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts, cherry pickers ...

Material Handler

Oakwood, GA · On-site

$20.19/hr

Operating robotic palletizers, stretch wrappers, conveyors. * Maintaining clean and orderly work ... Operate material handling equipment, hoists and other equipment. * Work in a team environment and ...

Material Handler

Oakwood, GA · On-site

$20.19/hr

Operating robotic palletizers, stretch wrappers, conveyors. * Maintaining clean and orderly work ... Operate material handling equipment, hoists and other equipment. * Work in a team environment and ...

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Material Handler Equipment Operator information

What is the difference between Material Handler Equipment Operator vs Material Handler?

AspectMaterial Handler Equipment OperatorMaterial Handler
CredentialsForklift certification, OSHA safety trainingBasic warehouse safety training, no certification required
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centers, construction sitesWarehouses, manufacturing plants, shipping docks
Job DutiesOperate forklifts and heavy equipment, move materialsSort, package, and organize materials
Industry UsageLogistics, manufacturing, constructionWarehousing, retail distribution, manufacturing

The main difference is that Material Handler Equipment Operators are trained to operate heavy machinery like forklifts, while Material Handlers focus on manual handling and organizing materials. Both roles are essential in logistics and manufacturing environments, but Equipment Operators require specific certifications and operate machinery, whereas Material Handlers typically do not.

What is a material handler equipment operator?

A material handler equipment operator is a worker responsible for operating machinery such as forklifts, cranes, or pallet jacks to move, load, and unload materials in warehouses, factories, or construction sites. They often need safety training and may require certifications to operate specific equipment safely.

What cities in Georgia are hiring for Material Handler Equipment Operator jobs?

Cities in Georgia with the most Material Handler Equipment Operator job openings:

Infographic showing various Material Handler Equipment Operator job openings in Georgia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Material Handler / Equipment Operator

Buford, GA • On-site

Integrated Supply Network
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

Material Handler Opportunity

Integrated Supply Network, a private equity owned company, is North America's largest automotive tool, equipment, and supplies distributor. Over the course of 35 years, we have developed the core competency of keeping things simple and making work easy for our customers. Sophisticated logistics, strategically placed warehouses and a technology base entrenched in unique systems is what makes us successful. Our foundation is an extraordinary team of people who are dedicated to product and distribution excellence and, most importantly, growing our customers business. We live our values of outstanding people/teaming, customer service and operational excellence every day. We maintain an intellectually and technically challenging environment with an entrepreneurial spirit. Every day we bring a strong sense of urgency and commitment to continue to grow the business and meet aggressive delivery goals.

Integrated Supply Network is seeking an experienced warehouse professional to join our team as a Material Handler. The ideal candidate is who enjoys a team environment, is dedicated to excellence in solving problems and has a passion for safety and getting the job done the right way every time. If this sounds like you, check out our Material Handler opportunity, and become a part of the ISN Family! In this role, you will operate several types of material handling equipment including reach lifts, turret trucks, and cherry pickers in order to put away new stock, pick orders, and prepare customer orders for pick up or shipping. Our Buford distribution center is a multi-shift operation and offers a variety of schedules.

Benefits and Perks of being an ISN team member:

  • Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Package + Company matching Health Savings Account!
  • Free company paid basic group term life insurance
  • Front-loaded Paid Time Off – 3 weeks available during your first year!
  • 401(k) Matching Program
  • 7 Paid Company Holidays
  • Robust employee referral program – earn up to $500 per referral!
  • Flexible scheduling, when available
  • Team environment
  • Training, managerial support and growth!

Responsibilities:

  • Utilizes various pieces of warehouse equipment to perform primary duties of loading, unloading, put away and picking.
  • Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
  • Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as type or product code.
  • Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department.
  • Marks materials with identifying information.
  • Opens boxes, crates, and other containers.
  • Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
  • Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
  • Uses computer to enter records.
  • Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications.
  • Prepares parcels for mailing or shipping.
  • Maintains inventory records.
  • Ensure housekeeping standards are met
  • Ensure warehouse security during business hours
  • Demonstrate good customer service skills with both internal and external customers
  • Comply with all applicable policies and procedures

Our Buford team has two shifts to support this busy operation:

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

There is flexibility to find a schedule that works best for you

Qualifications:

  • Interpersonal – Works well in a team environment; Keeps emotions under control.
  • Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
  • Business Acumen – Able to take and complete tasks with minimal supervision
  • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy.
  • Ethics - Works with integrity and ethically.
  • Organizational Support - Completes tasks correctly and on time.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Previous experience with material handling equipment and certification required.
  • Must be comfortable with physical demands of the role including operating in tight spaces and work in high places
  • Strong focus on safety

Physical Demands:

May also engage in substantial walking, frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing and pulling of parts and part containers.

Due to the open environment of the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision.

The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and rarely up to 70 and up to 100 lbs. with assistance. The employee is required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

May be required to work in extreme inside temperatures, both hot and cold in non-climate controlled warehouse.

ISN is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression national origin, marital status, veteran or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.