Material Handler Jobs in Columbus, WI

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

  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 6 hours ago

view our Warehouse Person (Loader) Realistic Job Preview Video This labor-intensive position is responsible for hand building pallets of product for bulk, and route trucks. Each type of loading...

Material Handler

  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 21 hours ago

Material Handler DeForest, WI ( Description At American Packaging Corporation (APC), youll find the packaging career youve been looking for....

Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 22 hours ago

Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people,...

Warehouse Worker

  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Associate** **Job Description** We produce a variety of print materials for educational purposes and conferences, including prework packets, homeschooling resources, and more. In this...

Forklift Operator

  • Waunakee, WI (23 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waunakee, WI (23 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Inventory/Forklift Operator Job Description Join our team as an Inventory/Forklift Operator, where you will play a vital role in managing and distributing gear boxes used in conveyor systems. You...

Warehouse Worker 3rd Shift

  • Horicon, WI (22 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Horicon, WI (22 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Locates products that have been completed in a first step process Order filling Packages product Scales and tags product Uses plant specific packaging equipment which includes conveyors, stackers, down...

Ink Material Handler

  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 8 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Apply Description At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you\'ll find the packaging career you\'ve been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans...

Warehouse Associate

  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI (12 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Warehouse Associate Job Summary: We're seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Worker to join our team. This role is essential to our daily operations, ensuring that inventory is...

Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Associate/ Parts Delivery Driver

  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Associate/ Parts Delivery Driver As a well-known Carrier Refrigeration, Volvo, and Hino dealer, we have 14 locations throughout Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin and...

Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

  • Fall River, WI (5 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fall River, WI (5 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 12 days ago

The QTI Group is recruiting for a DIRECT HIRE Forklift Operator in Fall River, WI. If you have experience with loading trucks from manifests accurately, safely and without damage within DOT limits...

Material Handler (Shipping) - 2nd Shift

  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Remove finished goods from the production line. Follow inventory control procedures. Prepare shipping documents....

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

  • Watertown, WI (21 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Watertown, WI (21 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Job Description: This hybrid role is responsible for both ensuring product quality through final inspection and supporting manufacturing operations by operating parts washing equipment. The...

Paint Line Material Handler

  • Fall River, WI (5 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fall River, WI (5 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 16 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 4-10 hour days - Tuesday through Friday EK is looking for a quick-learning, full-time material handler to assist our painting and powder coating team....

Material Handler

  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI (13 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 20 days ago

We are looking for a 2nd Shift Material Handler: Essential Functions: Transport all needed supplies correctly and on time to required line or pre-batch area....

1st shift Production Forklift Operator

  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (16 miles from Columbus, WI)
  • 20 days ago

1st shift Production Forklift Operator Requisition ID: 13834 Location: DeForest, WI, US, 53532 Pay Type: Hourly **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Columbus, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Columbus, WI 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 Columbus, WI
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%