Material Handler Jobs in Dwight, 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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Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring for Permanent Full-Time Forklift Operators in Morris, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $21.75 per hour Overtime Pay $32.62 per hour Schedule: First...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Morris, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $21.75 per hour Additional Pay: $2.00 per hour for night shift and...

Warehouse Worker

  • Streator, IL (23 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Streator, IL (23 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate

  • Dwight, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Dwight, IL
  • 11 days ago

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. On average, our warehouse employees...

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Dwight, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Dwight, IL
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Full-Time Average Hours: 30-35 hours per week Starting Wage: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on shift and schedule differential pay) Shift: 1st Shift - 7:00AM start time Now Hiring:...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Braidwood, IL (14 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Braidwood, IL (14 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.45 - $26.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Who We Are: USCS is dedicated to advancing, innovating, and serving companies seeking "Best in Service", facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are an employee-focused, equal opportunity...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $18.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $27.75 per hour Additional Pay:...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Mazon, IL (9 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mazon, IL (9 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Streator, IL (23 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Streator, IL (23 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 19 days ago

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? Schedule Sunday, Monday and Wednesday, Thursday 5pm start tim e Our Selectors start at...

Warehouse Forklift Operator First Shift

  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operators in Morris, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week Hourly Pay:$21.75 per hour Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday Hours: First...

Reach Truck Forklift Operator

  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morris, IL (18 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Other material handling duties as assigned. EPJ experience required...

Forklift Operator

  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilmington, IL (22 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring for a Permanent, Full-Time Forklift Operator/Material Handler in Wilmington, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $18.50 hr + $4.00 hr Shift Pay = $22.50 per...

Forklift Operator

  • Coal City, IL (15 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Coal City, IL (15 miles from Dwight, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Key Responsibility: Stock production lines with correct components to facilitate efficient and continuous production Replenish production line components as required Load and unload in and outbound...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Dwight, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Dwight, 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 Dwight, 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%