Material Handler Jobs in Lake Bluff, 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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Warehouse Associate

  • Beach Park, IL (11 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Beach Park, IL (11 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

At Luxor, we create an innovative and forward thinking culture that our employees love, and our products reflect this. As a manufacturer of innovative workspace product solutions that are sold to...

Material Handler CTDI Pipeline

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

This role requires some simple decision-making skills because the Material Handler is responsible for visually qualifying a unit for what needs to be replaced....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Arlington Heights, IL (13 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (13 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Forklift Operator

  • Vernon Hills, IL (6 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (6 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Client in Vernon Hills is looking for Reach Truck/ Cherry Picker forklift Drivers Current Openings ( pay is based off Experience) Forklift Operator Shift: 1st shift | 5 AM - 1:30pm | MonFri |...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Roselle, IL (24 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roselle, IL (24 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day 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 Worker

  • Franklin Park, IL (24 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (24 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day 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

  • Grayslake, IL (9 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grayslake, IL (9 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse workers on 1st shift Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Worker to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for various warehouse operations, including...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niles, IL (18 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

01-Jul-2025 Retail Warehouse Associate Full time Regular Job Description As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and...

Material Handler - $19.05-$22.22 $2,000 Signing Bonus!

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler Education / Knowledge: -High School Diploma or equivalent required....

Warehouse Associate (ID #438231)

  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Des Plaines, IL Villa Park Il 3093 $18.00/Per Hour Warehouse Associate Job Description Branch Details Client Site Industry and Highlights We are currently hiring a Warehouse Associate for a...

Warehouse Associate - Credit Returns

  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (23 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Credit Return Clerk Location: 10901 38th St., Kenosha Gordon Food Service takes pride in delivering seamless order processing and delivery to our customers; our warehouse staff is the backbone of...

Warehouse Associate

  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Associate Location: North Chicago, IL Shift Details: Monday-Wednesday 8am-5:30pm Thursday 10am-5:30pm Friday 11am-5:30pm Pay Rate: 19.50/hr Job Summary: This role involves performing...

Forklift Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Overtime Pay $28.87 per hour Additional Pay...

Warehouse Worker

  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Bluff, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Material Handling experience. Experience with SAP or Oracle systems. Knowledge of UPS/FedEx Worldship. Why Work Here?...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Lake Bluff, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, 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%