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Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

TeamGlobal

Material Handler

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Open containers using hand tools *Count and weigh incoming and outgoing materials *Record inventory ... Temporary Post Date: 07/24/2026

Veranova

Material Handler

West Deptford, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The incumbent will be responsible for retrieving empty totes/drums and staging in the production ... Container handling and moving around the site to support production. * Bulk solvent tank farm ...

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Material Handler

Paulsboro, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The incumbent will be responsible for retrieving empty totes/drums and staging in the production ... Container handling and moving around the site to support production. * Bulk solvent tank farm ...

Veranova

Material Handler

Paulsboro, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The incumbent will be responsible for retrieving empty totes/drums and staging in the production ... Container handling and moving around the site to support production. * Bulk solvent tank farm ...

Adare Pharmaceuticals

Material Handler, Packaging

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Material Handler, Packaging Location Philadelphia, PA Summary The Material Handlers are ... Maintains a safe clutter free staging area, removing any excess waste containers or empty pallets.

Adare Pharma

Material Handler, Packaging

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Material Handler, Packaging Location Philadelphia, PA Summary The Material Handlers are ... Maintains a safe clutter free staging area, removing any excess waste containers or empty pallets.

Adare Pharma

Material Handler, Packaging

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Material Handler, Packaging Location Philadelphia, PA Summary The Material Handlers are ... Maintains a safe clutter free staging area, removing any excess waste containers or empty pallets.

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Safety-Kleen

Material Handler Lead

Vincentown, NJ · On-site

$26/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Ensures all waste and containers are in acceptable shipping condition and organized for transport ... Empty and fill drums of solvent mineral spirits * Perform minor repairs on parts washers at the ...

PLANIT Group

Material Handler

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

$9.44 - $23/hr

Opens containers using hand tools; counts and weighs materials and records information. Loads and ... operators by lifting heavy objects by hand or by use of power hoist. Comments for Suppliers: The ...

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Material Handler 3 (2nd Shift)

Florence, NJ · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

... operating heavy machinery with precision, using an Electric Pallet Jack and Sit-down Forklift ... of empty boxes * Stock items in assigned locations within the warehouse and take part in the ...

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Electric Pallet Jack Operator

Florence, NJ · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Material Handler 3 Division/Department: Fulfillment Reports to: Required Schedule: 2nd Shift ... of empty boxes * Stock items in assigned locations within the warehouse and take part in the ...

Valtris Specialty Chemicals

Material Handler

Bridgeport, NJ · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Loading of containers and trailers with packaged finished goods. * Support finished goods truck ... Help troubleshoot issues with loading/unloading equipment with the operators as they arise and find ...

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How much do temporary empty container handler operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary empty container handler operator in Philadelphia, PA is $18.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator vs Yard Equipment Operator?

AspectTemporary Empty Container Handler OperatorYard Equipment Operator
CredentialsTypically requires certification in container handling and safety trainingRequires general equipment operation certification, may include container handling
Work EnvironmentPorts, container yards, shipping terminalsContainer yards, warehouses, logistics facilities
Industry UsageShipping, freight, logisticsLogistics, warehousing, transportation
Job FocusHandling and moving empty containers specificallyOperating various yard equipment, including containers and other cargo handling machinery

The Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator specializes in handling empty shipping containers, often requiring specific certifications. In contrast, Yard Equipment Operators may operate a variety of equipment within logistics environments, including containers. While both roles involve equipment operation in port or yard settings, the handler operator focuses on container-specific tasks, making their skills more specialized for container handling tasks.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Empty Container Handler Operator job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,230 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

SM Loader - Shipping

South Mill Champs

Kennett Square, PA • On-site

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Summary of the Position:
Load outbound trucks and unload incoming trucks. Load and unload Vacuum Cooler on designated days. Load and unload Containers when necessary. Organize empty pallets and empty container when necessary. Grade the mushroom for size and quality when necessary.
Role and Responsabilities
• You should check each pallet, whether they are loaded or unloaded, making sure that the items are counted correctly.
• Wrap pallets when not loaded. You will need to wrap pallets with several different items in the right way.
• Must count and double check all incoming and outgoing pallets. You should write in English on the loading sheets while loading trucks.
• You should check the pallet labels and load sheets with customer packages to ensure no discrepancies are sent to the customer.
• You must know the load settings and the total number of pallets before starting to load.
• Make sure the load is ready for the road. You need to be flexible with work hours and be able to stay over-time when necessary.
• Must be willing to learn how to use computers to weight pallets and load trucks.
Preferred Skills
• Experience operating the Electric Jack, loading and unloading trucks, wrapping pallets for at least 6 months.
• Computer skills and mushroom knowledge is a plus
Job Demands: The following job demands represent the basic knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary to perform this job successfully. The job duties found below are not the only tasks required for the job.
You may be assigned other duties and tasks as well. A candidate for this position must be able to meet the minimum demands as listed below and sign the affirmation below indicating the same.
Physical Requirements
• It is always required to speak and understand English.
• Sitting, standing or walking is always required.
• It is always required to see with or without corrective lenses.
• Often required to use fine motor coordination is hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to balance, stop or crouch.
• Occasionally climbing stairs is required.
Work Environment:
• It is always necessary to act professionally.
• Occasionally exposed to a variety of temperatures, weather conditions and sounds levels.
• Occasionally exposed to hazardous conditions requiring personal protective equipment.
Cognitive Skills:
• Always required to think, evaluate, and make decisions.
• Always required to read and understand words and numbers.
• Occasionally required to analyze, study, compare and report.

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