Material Handler Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

A Material Handler in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing the movement, storage, and control of materials within a manufacturing facility. This includes receiving, transporting, stocking, and delivering materials within the facility. They also maintain inventory records, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. They often operate heavy machinery like forklifts and pallet jacks to accomplish their tasks. Material Handlers play an integral role in maintaining the flow of materials which is essential in a manufacturing production line.

Important skills for a Material Handler include physical strength and stamina, as the job often involves lifting heavy items, as well as good organizational skills for managing inventory. Attention to detail is necessary for maintaining accurate inventory records. Operating machinery requires a certain level of technical skill, and safety consciousness is essential to avoid accidents. Certification as a forklift operator may be required, and prior experience in a similar role is often preferred. A person may have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator, or Inventory Clerk before becoming a Material Handler.

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HOLLY HUNT

Warehouse Material Handler

  • HOLLY HUNT
  • La Grange Highlands, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • HOLLY HUNT
  • La Grange Highlands, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Job Title: Material Handler Location: McCook, IL Position Profile/General Purpose Performs activities associated with the distribution of merchandise from the Distribution Center to the showrooms and...

NexTerra Wine Company

Forklift Operator

NexTerra Wine Co. is the 3rd largest winery outside of California. We produced over 800,000 cases in 2020 and continue to grow. This position is based at our 125,000 square foot state-of-the-art...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 5 hours ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

In-store Warehouse Worker - Full Serve (Full-Time)

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A warehouse job at IKEA is so much more than moving things from A to B. Its the stuff in between that makes being a...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

You will be helping to build, stock and put together store displays consisting of cardboard and/or plastic materials. Tools such as hot glue guns, staplers, zip ties may be used. Shrink wrap...

Part time Warehouse Associate

  • South Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • South Elgin, IL (23 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

We are Wayfair; we deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of people like you, who are driven, determined, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced...

Warehouse Associate

  • Northlake, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Northlake, IL (17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Take the Next Step in Your Warehouse Career! Staffmark is teaming up with a leading third-party logistics company in Northlake, IL, to find a Warehouse Associate. This role is perfect for someone...

Forklift Operator

  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Use materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/cross-dock Responsible for the safe operation...

Warehouse Associate Nights

  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

Warehouse Associate Days

  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

Material Handler - Monday - Friday - 3:00 pm - 11:45 pm

  • Hanover Park, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hanover Park, IL (19 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Must be able to maintain production standards for 2 weeks on material handler position....

2nd shift Warehouse Associate

  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (13 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Understand material handling tasks. Complete picking tickets as required. Palletize and stage products per procedures. Perform shipping and receiving clerical tasks as required....

Warehouse Stand up Reach Truck Forklift Operator in North Aurora, IL

  • North Aurora, IL (15 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • North Aurora, IL (15 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring for a Second Shift Stand Up Reach Truck Forklift Operator in North Aurora, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.00 per hour...

Overnight Warehouse Associate

  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lombard, IL (12 miles from Bolingbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range Purpose The Receiving Associate is responsible for assisting in the warehouse operations of the retail store. In addition, the Receiving Associate is responsible for unloading, auditing,...

Warehouse Worker - Dock Associate - 1st Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 1 day ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse dock associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Bolingbrook, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Bolingbrook, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
Bachelor's Degree
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.1%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Bolingbrook, IL
Less than 1 year
43.6%
None
35.2%
1-2 years
15.6%
10+ years
2.9%
4-6 years
2.2%
2-4 years
0.5%