Material Handler Jobs in Lake Villa, 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

  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Gurnee, IL (6 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Pay Range $15.00 - $20.60 Purpose: As a warehouse associate at Floor & Decor, you are the backbone of our retail location. Your key responsibilities will be compiling orders and replenishing and...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Crystal Lake, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (15 miles from Lake Villa, 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...

Forklift Operator

  • Pell Lake, WI (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pell Lake, WI (17 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Forklift Operator Pay from $25 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Go-getters wanted! Looking to join a top-tier team?...

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Sturtevant, WI (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator inSturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay:...

Forklift Operator Hiring Immediately!

  • Sturtevant, WI (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (21 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

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

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift Requisition Id: 381206 Business Unit: LTL Location: Kenosha, WI, US, 53144 **What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO** Minimum...

Warehouse Worker

  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waukegan, IL (11 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations Load, unload, and move products to correct departments Price merchandise according to guidelines Track production numbers and complete reports Maintain...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (16 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day 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: $0.75 per hour...

Warehouse Associate

  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will...

Material Handler II

  • Libertyville, IL (10 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (10 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago

If you are looking to join a collaborative and innovative team in an essential industry, apply for our Material Handler position today!...

Material Handler I (CLS) (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Material Handler I (CLS) (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI Pleasant Prairie, WI, United States (On-site) JOB DESCRIPTION Overview: The Material Handler I locates and loads by hand and with non motorized...

Warehouse Associate

  • Vernon Hills, IL (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Palletizer Operator Job Description The Palletizer Operator is responsible for supporting plant production needs for daily operations. You will oversee machinery and various machine work processes...

Senior Warehouse Associate - Overnights

  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (19 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Warehouse Associate - Overnights Pay from $34 to $38 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $4 Shift Differential Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St....

Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (12 miles from Lake Villa, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for sit-down forklift operators on 2nd shift. If you have sit-down forklift experience and are looking for a positive environment to hone your skills in the...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Lake Villa, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Lake Villa, 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 Villa, 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%