Material Handler Jobs in Manhattan, 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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NexTerra Wine Company

Forklift Operator

NexTerra Wine Co. is the 3rd largest winery outside of California. We produced over 800,000 cases in 2020 and continue to grow. This position is based at our 125,000 square foot state-of-the-art...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 9 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

  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Use materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/cross-dock Responsible for the safe operation...

Warehouse Associate Nights

  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

Warehouse Associate Days

  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver...

2nd shift Warehouse Associate

  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Understand material handling tasks. Complete picking tickets as required. Palletize and stage products per procedures. Perform shipping and receiving clerical tasks as required....

Warehouse Worker - Dock Associate - 1st Shift

  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (22 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse dock associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Wilmington, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, IL (8 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day 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 per hour Additional Pay: $1000 sign...

Warehouse Associate

  • Orland Park, IL (17 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orland Park, IL (17 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

You will be helping to build, stock and put together store displays consisting of cardboard and/or plastic materials. Tools such as hot glue guns, staplers, zip ties may be used. Shrink wrap...

Warehouse Associate

  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Joliet, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring Warehouse Associates in Lockport, IL!!!! Must be open to working OT 1st Shift: 6:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday Pay Rate: $18.50/hour Temp to Hire! Job Duties: Warehouse Associate will be...

Warehouse Associate - Romeoville, IL

  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About the role WEG Electric Corp has a great opportunity for a Warehouse Associate to join our team in Romeoville IL This role receives stores picks packs and distributes material tools equipment...

Warehouse Associate/CDL Driver with Hazmat

  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romeoville, IL (18 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Pick finished goods and merchandise according to the shipping schedule Use UPS/FedEx software as needed Use barcode scanners, related computers, and software Operate packaging equipment such as shrink...

Material Handler-1A Shift(EPJ, Reach or SD Required)

  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities....

Material Handler (EPJ or Reach Required)

  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities....

Material Handler Lead (Reach, EPJ, SD Required)

  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (16 miles from Manhattan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ensure that Material Handlers are operating forklift and walkies safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures. This position reports to shift supervisor....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Manhattan, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, 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%