Material Handler Jobs in Allegan, MI

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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Hilo Driver / Material Handler / 2nd & 3rd Shift / Holland (Midwest)

  • MillerKnoll
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • MillerKnoll
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Skill blocks may include skills in Assembly, Machine Operation or Material Handling....

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift - Zeeland, MI

  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been...

Forklift Operator (Day Shift, $22.30 Starting Hourly Pay)

  • Wyoming, MI (24 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI (24 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 5 days ago

handling equipment to move product within the warehouse in accordance with OSHA guidelines. * Maintain inventory integrity and product safety at all times. * Perform routine and assigned housekeeping...

3rd Shift Stock handler 2 (M-F 10PM- 6AM)

  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 5 days ago

May be required to be certified and operate powered material handling equipment (e.g. forklift truck, motorized pallet handler, crane) May set up or change stockroom parameters for local site ERP system...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Warehouse Forklift Operator Warehouse $ 19 - $ 19.90 / Hour location_on Holland, Michigan work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Hiring Immediately...

2nd Shift Warehouse Associate - Picking

  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Is working the afternoon shift your jam? Do you enjoy having a variety of work to do at a fast-pace? Picking and loading cases of beer, wine and spirits for a top beverage sales company sounds...

Warehouse Associate

  • Caledonia, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Caledonia, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Job Posting: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make...

Sign-On Bonus: Material Handler - Panels (2nd shift - $22.58/hr.)

  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Zeeland, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Currently there is an opening for a Material Handler in our Panels division on 2nd shift (2:30p - 10:30p. - Monday to Friday) Material Handler: Starting at $22.58 per hour on 2nd Shift!...

Forklift Operator - 2nd shift

  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Pay rate: $18/hr. Shift: 5pm-5am Unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stacking them to assigned places. Transporting materials to different locations within the facility...

Forklift Operator- 1st shift Forklift Operator- 1st shift

  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Pay rate: $18/hr. Shift: 5am-5pm Unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stacking them to assigned places. Transporting materials to different locations within the facility...

Warehouse Associate

  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 17 days ago

Company & Benefits Information At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive...

Material Handler $18-22

  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Holland, MI (21 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Material Handler $18-22 Material Handler $18-22 Holland Manufacturing / Industrial Gill Staffing is recruiting Material Handlers for locally owned manufacturingpanies in Holland....

Warehouse Associate (2nd Shift)

  • Byron Center, MI (19 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI (19 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 18 days ago

About New Life & the Role: New Life Transport Parts Center is a division of Hinton Transportation Investments, Inc (HTI). HTI is a family-owned company based out of Byron Center, MI, and is a...

2nd Shift Warehouse Associate - Recycling

  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 22 days ago

If you are not already on the Imperial Beverage career page, Apply Here: Do you enjoy staying busy with a variety of work to do at a fast-pace? Are you the boss on the forklift? Recycling,...

Clamp Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI (23 miles from Allegan, MI)
  • 24 days ago

Job Title: Clamp Forklift Operator Department: Operations Reports To: Distribution Manager Position Type: Full Time Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift - 3:00pm to 11:30pm, Monday thru Friday with O/T....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Allegan, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Allegan, MI 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 Allegan, MI
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%