Material Handler Jobs in Champaign, 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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2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! As a Forklift Operator, youre the backbone of our warehouse operations. Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded,...

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago

Stand-Up Forklift Operator Description Our team in Champaign, IL is immediately hiring Stand-Up Forklift Operators! This role is an essential part of our client's operations. All shifts are...

C-shift Forklift Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview: The stand-up Reach Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift and performing duties within warehouse operations. C shift (Sat - Tues; 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM)...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Champaign, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 1902 W Springer Dr, Champaign, IL 61821 ILCHA Public Store Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Embark on a dynamic journey as a...

Warehouse Worker

  • Champaign, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 9 days ago

Warehouse Worker | Part-Time | University of Illinois Athletics Location US-IL-Champaign Job ID 2025-24067 Location Name University of Illinois Athletics Category Concessions / Premium Seating...

Warehouse Worker Part-Time University of Illinois Athletics

  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

3rd shift Forklift Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 14 days ago

Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! As a Forklift Operator, youre the backbone of our warehouse operations. Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded,...

Forklift Operator - Weekends Thurs-Sun (6:00A - 4:30P)

  • Champaign, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 18 days ago

Position Overview: The stand-up Reach Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift to perform duties within warehouse operations. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Load,...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator - 1st shift

  • Gibson City, IL (24 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Gibson City, IL (24 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Our client, in Gibson City IL, is looking to fill Material Handler/Forklift Operator positions!...

Data Center Warehouse Associate (On-site in La Vista, NE)

  • Champaign, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 22 days ago

It takes powerful technology to connect our brands and partners with an audience of hundreds of millions of people. Whether you're looking to write mobile app code, engineer the servers behind our...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Compensation Overview: Pay Scale $22.01 without Shift Premium. Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift. Hourly Bonus Program Work Schedule: 2nd Shift...

Warehouse Associate

  • Champaign, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 90+ days ago

The Warehouse Associate position exists to ensure effective movement and management of inventory between the dock, sales floor, product repair, customer pickup and delivery. This role ensures the...

Demographic Data for Champaign, IL

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Champaign, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Champaign, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.5%
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 Champaign, 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%