Material Handler Jobs in Orland 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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HOLLY HUNT

Warehouse Material Handler

  • HOLLY HUNT
  • La Grange Highlands, IL (11 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • HOLLY HUNT
  • La Grange Highlands, IL (11 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Material Handler Location: McCook, IL Position Profile/General Purpose Performs activities associated with the distribution of merchandise from the Distribution Center to the showrooms and...

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...

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift Shipping (Loading with Standup Forklift)

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Box Truck Delivery Driver/Warehouse Worker

  • Melrose Park, IL (19 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (19 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Rapidly growing manufacturing and distribution company in Melrose Park seeking full time detail-oriented, experienced delivery driver/warehouse worker. Accuracy, honest, reliable, good...

Material Specialist - Night Shift (11pm - 7:30am)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, Company, as a Material Specialist in the Inventory Management department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Forklift Operator

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Experience in material handling. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with corrugated materials. Familiarity with highly automated environments. Why Work Here?...

General Labor/Warehouse Worker

  • Alsip, IL (6 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Alsip, IL (6 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here General Labor/Warehouse Worker Long Term assignments! Weekly Pay Free transportation Available (Would need to be at the office by 3 am) 1st shift 5am-3:30pm $15.00...

Forklift Operator

  • Elwood, IL (18 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Elwood, IL (18 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Sauk Village, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sauk Village, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handler to support our Facility at Ryder in Sauk Village, Illinois Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: We want the right...

Warehouse Associate II

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

1st Shift Freezer Forklift Operator

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift Pick to Pallet Using EPJ

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Job Functions: Through previous background and experience, the candidate must demonstrate, with or without an accommodation, the ability to: Operate Material Handling equipment including but...

VAS Material Handler Lead-Morning Shift

  • Lockport, IL (11 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (11 miles from Orland Park, 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....

Material Handler 1st A Shift , M-Thurs., 5am-3:30pm

  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Orland Park, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Orland 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 Orland 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%