Material Handler Jobs in South Holland, 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 - Product Support

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Product Support Associates Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Product Support Associates are TEAM members within the Bobs Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by...

Inventory Specialist

  • Gary, IN (13 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Gary, IN (13 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Utilize crane and material handling equipment. Assist in loading and unloading trucks. Be a safety minded worker who is drug free, dependable, and able to maintain an excellent attendance record....

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight...

Material Handler Lead

  • Lockport, IL (23 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, IL (23 miles from South Holland, 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....

Forklift Operator

  • Hodgkins, IL (18 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hodgkins, IL (18 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator (Sit-Down) - 1st & 2nd Shift | Up to $23/hr | Hodgkins, IL Are you an experienced forklift operator ready to take your skills to the next level? Express Employment Professionals...

PART-TIME $21.12 Warehouse Associate II - (MON-FRI)

  • Lockport, IL (23 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lockport, IL (23 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE A Warehouse Associate II will perform entry level warehouse operations including one or more of the following: shipping, receiving, material handling, inventory control, cycle counting...

Material Handler I (CLS) (2nd Shift) - Woodridge IL - 2924-8127

  • Woodridge, IL (24 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (24 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **JOB DESCRIPTION** **Overview:** The Material Handler I locates and loads by hand and with non motorized equipment customer product onto/from...

Shipper (Forklift Operator)

  • Sauk Village, IL (5 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sauk Village, IL (5 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

In this role you will demonstrate various material handling capabilities, including but not limited to moving material, staging pallets, loading pallets, assisting production lines, shipping and receiving...

Warehouse Worker

  • Bridgeview, IL (14 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (14 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here Warehouse Worker General Laborer/ Packers We are seeking dedicated and reliable Warehouse Workers to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial...

Material Handler

  • Sauk Village, IL (5 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sauk Village, IL (5 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Join our Production Department at our Sauk Village facility as a Material Handler....

Material Specialist - MDW

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Department: Technical Operations Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • North Riverside, IL (20 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Riverside, IL (20 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days 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...

Material Handler / A Shift M-Th

  • Woodridge, IL (24 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (24 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Weekend Shift - Sit-down Forklift Operator (5:30am-4pm Thurs-Sun)

  • Country Club Hills, IL (7 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Country Club Hills, IL (7 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Lift Your Career to New Heights with CJ Logistics! As a Forklift Operator, youre the backbone of our warehouse operations. Safely maneuver forklifts to make sure products are perfectly loaded,...

Warehouse Associate 1st shift

  • Dyer, IN (10 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dyer, IN (10 miles from South Holland, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their team. As a Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the operations team supporting the production...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in South Holland, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in South Holland, 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 South Holland, 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%