Material Handler Jobs in South Bend, IN

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 Worker

  • South Bend, IN
  • 12 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 12 hours ago

What's the role? The Warehouse Worker is responsible to provide superior sales support and customer service by working with the distribution team through the receiving, warehousing, and order...

Warehouse Associate

  • South Bend, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 21 hours ago

WAREHOUSE Are you an energetic and hardworking individual who enjoys fast paced behind the scene work? Do you enjoy physical labor? Are you efficient at managing your time? Then Eckart LLC...

Material Handler I

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 21 hours ago

various department or warehouse locations Operates various material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, rolling carts, or forklifts....

Material Handler 3rd Shift

  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine,...

Material Handler -2nd Shift

  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Shipping/Receiving Material Handler Classification: Hourly Shift: Swing (3PM-11PM; Monday-Friday) Summary of Job The Shipping Department Material Handler is responsible for operating a forklift...

Forklift Operator

  • South Bend, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 5 days ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 7 days ago

1545 Pidco Drive Plymouth Indiana 46563-1354 Why Valmont Were Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many...

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - Split Shift - $18.50/Hour

  • South Bend, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 8 days ago

Requisition Number: 208419 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Warehouse Worker

  • South Bend, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Worker Category:Light Industrial Location:South Bend, IN 46615 Pay:$18.00 Hourly Posted:3 days ago Status:Open Description Warehouse Worker Steady warehouse work with room to grow in a...

Warehouse Associate 1 - FT 2nd Shift Mishawaka, Mishawaka, IN, US 4 days agoFull Time

  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Associate 1 - FT 2nd Shift Full Time Manual Labor Mishawaka, Mishawaka, IN, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1560 Salary: $13.36 Hourly Full Time, 2nd shift, our starting wage is $13.36/hr....

Large Capacity Forklift Operator New Paris, IN, US 4 days ago

  • New Paris, IN (24 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Paris, IN (24 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Position Responsibilities: - Operate a large-capacity forklift to move products from the stockyard or production line to trailers....

Warehouse Associate 1 - Part time, Weekends only or evenings wky Mishawaka, Mishawaka, IN, US 4 days agoFull Time

  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mishawaka, IN (6 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Warehouse Associate 1 - Part time, Weekends only or evenings wky Full Time Manual Labor Mishawaka, Mishawaka, IN, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1558 Salary: $13.36 Hourly Part Time, 2 shifts to...

2nd Shift Material Handler

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Tenneco is one of the worlds leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working...

Warehouse Associate

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 14 days ago

Warehouse Associate PeopleReady of Elkhart, IN is now hiring Warehouse Associates in Elkhart, IN! As a Warehouse Associate, you will pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipping. Apply today and...

Forklift Operator 3rd shift

  • South Bend, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 15 days ago

Possess experience with material handling equipment (RDT Scan gun knowledge required). Are experienced and comfortable with warehouse logistics tasks....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in South Bend, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in South Bend, IN 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 South Bend, IN
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%