Material Handler Jobs in Granite City, 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 I

  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Position Summary: The Material Handler is a functional role that includes order picking, stocking, packaging, and other material handling tasks to ensure timely and accurate shipments are made to our...

Forklift Operator

  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Familiarity with safety procedures and material handling. At least 1 year of experience operating either sit-down or stand-up forklifts....

Lead Material Handler Full Time 2nd Shift

  • Berkeley, MO (12 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley, MO (12 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 1 day ago

What you'll be doing: Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator: As a Lead Material Handling Equipment Operator, you'll mentor and train new material handlers and fill in for supervisors as needed....

Material Handler

  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Now for Material Handlers Reports To: Logistics Supervisor Pay Rate: $19.00$22.00/hr (subject to verification) ??...

Forklift Operator (2nd Shift) (St. Louis, MO, US, 63133)

  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ability to operate motor-driven Forklift, other material-handling equipment, and prime mover. Other: May be expected to move, carry, and lift approximately 60 pounds....

Material Handler - Part Time - Fill In

  • Granite City, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 3 days ago

**Strong External Candidate Identified** Responsibilities The Material Handler performs daily distribution yard activities for a facility....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days 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...

Material Handler, Hartford Lubricants Plant

  • Hartford, IL (6 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartford, IL (6 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handlers are required to work the below shift schedules on an as needed basis....

Forklift Operator

  • Saint Louis, MO (6 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (6 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate

  • Saint Peters, MO (22 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO (22 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate - Part Time ALDI - St. Peters, MO Apply Now Posted on 08/20/25 (Ref: PARTT210063) 1st Shift Part Time Warehouse Associate Position Type: Part-Time Average...

Driver/Warehouse Associate

  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Discover your next career at Mygrant Glass! About Us: Mygrant Glass was established in 1926, we've journeyed from a single location in California to becoming the largest independent wholesale...

Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (8 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Ability to operate motor-driven Forklift, other material-handling equipment, and prime mover. Other: May be expected to move, carry, and lift approximately 60 pounds....

Warehouse Associate

  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (15 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler / Warehouse Worker Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am 3:30 pm Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour (DOE) Location: Hazelwood, MO We are seeking a reliable Material Handler / Warehouse Worker...

General Warehouse Associate (5am)

  • Earth City, MO (19 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Earth City, MO (19 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Operates material handling equipment to move inventory within the facility....

Material Handler

  • Sauget, IL (7 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sauget, IL (7 miles from Granite City, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for a Material Handler (9:00am 5:00pm, Monday Friday) to join our team and play an essential role in coordinate the movement of product throughout the facility to provide a consistent...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Granite City, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Granite City, 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 Granite City, 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%