Material Handler Jobs in Machesney Park, 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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Amazon Warehouse Worker - Immediate Hire

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Amazon Air Associate Job Overview Youre on your way to joining Amazon Air and being part of the dedicated team that sorts packages in the warehouse or loads packages onto the aircraft helping...

Warehouse Associate

  • Beloit, WI (14 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Beloit, WI (14 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Packing, inventory, picking, and material handling. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to use paper copies and computers for documentation. Strong job tenure, ideally 1+ year....

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator Material Handlers in Rockford, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $19.50 per hour Overtime Pay: $29.25 per hour Schedule...

Warehouse Associate

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Rockford, IL - 82, 7193 Greenlee Road, Caledonia, Illinois - 61011 Pay: $20- $22/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30 pm You want...

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Maintains material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections. Operates forklifts, cardboard compactor, auger, and other machinery. Keeps inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean....

Forklift Operator

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting is hiring Forklift (PIT) Drivers for a national logistics company in Rockford. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity on 1st shift! Once converted internally, the...

Warehouse Associate

  • Caledonia, IL (5 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Caledonia, IL (5 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Location: Rockford, IL - 82, 7193 Greenlee Road, Caledonia, Illinois - 61011 Pay: $20- $22/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30 pm You want...

Forklift Operator

  • Belvidere, IL (12 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Belvidere, IL (12 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

Warehouse Associate

  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Associate 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 7315 North Alpine Road, Loves Park, IL 61111 $20 an hour - Part-time Fastenal 4,087 reviews $20 an hour - Part-time Job Description Warehouse Associate...

2nd Shift Warehouse Forklift Operator - Loves Park, IL

  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

If you're new to operating forklifts or other material handling equipment, don't worry, if you have an exceptional work ethic and attitude - we're willing to train you!...

Inventory Specialist

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago

at Obsidian Manufacturing Industries, Inc. in Rockford, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title: Inventory Specialist Company Overview: Obsidian Manufacturing Industries, Inc. is a...

Forklift Operator

  • Belvidere, IL (12 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Belvidere, IL (12 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago

90% - Material Handling: Loads and unloads trailers. Determines placement of product and transports to designated area....

ePlus Field Inventory Specialist

  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (2 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago

What do the cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common? Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products! Ellsworth Corporation, a global,...

Forklift Operator (Part-Time)

  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (6 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago

What you'll 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 (Part-Time)

  • Rockford, IL (11 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (11 miles from Machesney Park, IL)
  • 9 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...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Machesney Park, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Machesney Park, 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 Machesney Park, 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%