Material Handler Jobs in Northfield, 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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Material Handler

  • Carlisle
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials or finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, which includes, but is not limited to, keeping production line clear and running...

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Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Carol Stream, IL (23 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (23 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new stand up forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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Hiring For Material Handler/ Forklift Operators

  • Aerotek
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Immediately hiring for material handlers - [Elk grove village ] Pay: 21$ Schedule: Multiple shifts available Type: Full-time | Contract-to-Hire Job Overview Now hiring motivated Production Operators...

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Material Handler

  • S&C Electric Company
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team as a Material Handler! The Material Handler Basic is responsible for transporting materials from supply stores to drop-off locations using a tugger....

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Material Handler - General Plant/Production

  • Amcor
  • Mundelein, IL (18 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL (18 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Material Handler (B Crew) Reports to: Production Supervisor Job Overview: This position will support all production operations to optimize output and minimize waste while maintaining excellent quality...

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Material Handler -1st Shift

  • S&C Electric Company
  • Palatine, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Join Our Team as a Material Handler! Are you passionate about Material Handling? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our material handler function....

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Forklift Operator I

  • Cambro Manufacturing Company
  • Gurnee, IL (20 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (20 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 8 days ago

WORK SHIFT: First Shift (United States of America) Our NC facility is temperature-controlled by HVAC. JOB DESCRIPTION: Mfg Forklift Operator CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace....

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad USA
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 13 days 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...

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Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new sit down forklift operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent...

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1st Shift Warehouse Associate

  • Masis Staffing Solutions
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 18 days ago

line and minimize downtime Perform routine housekeeping and clean equipment at end of shift Monitor downstream equipment (packers/stackers) for issues Follow lockout/tagout procedures when servicing...

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Forklift Operator- Immediate Hiring

  • Aerotek
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (10 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (10 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Clean and maintain auxiliary material handling systems and support equipment, including grinders. Maintain housekeeping of material loading areas and airlock....

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Standup forklift operator

  • Kelly Services
  • Northlake, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Northlake, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Standup forklift operator Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10215959 Posted today Back north lake, IL, US Light Industrial High School or equivalent Full Time, Temp to...

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Forklift Operator

  • Method
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 26 days ago

handling experience Demonstrated reliability + consistency in prior work history Has successfully managed solving problems in a previous job PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS Thrives in a fast-paced...

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Chicago Warehouse Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description The Warehouse Worker supports the production team by performing a variety of general labor and light equipment operation tasks to help meet daily production and...

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Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (10 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (10 miles from Northfield, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Forklift Operator / Material Handler Job Description This role focuses on safely operating stand-up forklifts and other material handling equipment to load and unload trucks, move inventory throughout...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Northfield, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Northfield, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
5.6%
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 Northfield, 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%