Material Handler

Now hiring for a Material Handler

Location: Hayward, CA

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule: 1st Shift | 9 AM - 5 PM


Material Handler Wanted: Stack Fast. Earn Steady.


Looking for Material Handler jobs in Hayward where every shift keeps products moving? This opportunity lets you handle materials safely, support warehouse operations, and help ensure inventory reaches the right place at the right time.


If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Material Handler career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment is preferred.
• Training or experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or shipping and receiving is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse operations, inventory control, or shipping and receiving preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or semiconductor operations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, barcode scanners, inventory transactions, and warehouse management processes.
• Experience performing cycle counts, inventory audits, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of warehouse, logistics, and inventory management procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, packing slips, Bills of Lading, work instructions, and inventory records.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in data entry and inventory tracking.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S principles.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and heavier loads with assistance.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and grasping throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
• Capable of sitting or standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and warehouse environment while wearing required PPE.

Job Duties

• Safely transport raw materials, work-in-process inventory, components, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Receive, inspect, verify, label, and track incoming and outgoing materials using barcode scanners and ERP systems.
• Support production schedules by delivering materials to manufacturing areas in a timely manner.
• Process inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, returns, material issues, and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Prepare, package, crate, label, load, and ship products according to customer specifications and company standards.
• Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, scales, forklifts, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain organized inventory locations using 5S methodologies and assist with warehouse audits.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and company procedures while supporting changing production and business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Work Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

Not Just a Job - A Team That's Got Your Back." A great place to work that made me feel welcome." -Matthew, Staffmark Associate


What You Will Do


As a Material Handler you will receive, move, stage, load, unload, organize, and transport materials throughout warehouse or manufacturing operations. You will verify inventory, maintain accurate product locations, prepare materials for production or shipment, assist with inventory control, and help ensure safe, efficient movement of products while following established workplace procedures.

A Material Handler supports efficient warehouse and manufacturing operations by safely moving, organizing, and preparing materials throughout the facility. This position combines dependable work habits with strong organizational skills to maintain productive inventory flow.


The Material Handler requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to safely handle materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and workplace safety. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient warehouse performance and operational success.


This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy active work, logistics, and supporting efficient supply chain operations.