Material Handler Jobs in Janesville, 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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Forklift Operator

  • Janesville, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to move pallets and other materials through the different areas of the warehouse, supporting production requirements in those areas, as well as loading...

Forklift Operator, 2nd Shift

  • Janesville, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Kaiser Transport, Inc. is a freight consolidating Trucking Company based in Janesville, WI that specializes in hauling machines, equipment and all other types of freight. This is an outdoor, 2nd...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Atkinson, WI (17 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Atkinson, WI (17 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Material handling experience. Proficiency in picking and packing. Experience with RF scanners. Skills in unloading and shipping....

Warehouse Associate

  • Caledonia, IL (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Caledonia, IL (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Rockford, IL - 82, 7193 Greenlee Road, Caledonia, Illinois - 61011 Pay: $20- $22/ hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30 pm You want...

DC Material Handler

  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago

DC Material Handler Jefferson, WI 53549 Posted: 08/19/2025 Job Number: 768168 Pay Rate: 20.60 Industry: Distribution JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: DC Material Handler Wage: $20.60/hour Shift: 1st...

Parts Warehouse Associate Level I

  • Cottage Grove, WI (24 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, WI (24 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Position Overview: Under the direction of the Parts Warehouse Supervisor, the Parts Warehouse Associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily...

Warehouse Associate (3rd Shift)

  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson, WI (23 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Associate Who you’ll work for… While most companies that sell pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where...

Supply Chain Technician

  • Janesville, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 7 days ago

Overview The Supply Chain Technician is primarily responsible for the timely and accurate processing and delivery of supplies within the facility. Depending on the SC Technician's home department,...

1st Shift - Material Handler

  • Janesville, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 7 days ago

As a Material Handler, you will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, utilize RF scanners, and pick and pack orders efficiently....

Material Handler

  • Evansville, WI (10 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Evansville, WI (10 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Castings Shipping Department: Shipping & Receiving Reports To: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor Hours: Full Time; Monday – Friday 6:30am to 3:00pm; Overtime Required Location: Baker...

Warehouse Associate

  • Janesville, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 8 days ago

Warehouse Associate Janesville, WI 53548 Posted: 08/13/2025 Job Number: 767753 Pay Rate: 17.50 Industry: Consumer JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Warehouse Associate Wage: $17.50/Hour Shift: 1st...

Warehouse Associate

  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (11 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 10 days ago

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute...

Supply Chain Associate

  • Whitewater, WI (18 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Whitewater, WI (18 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Supply Chain Associate 1065 Universal Blvd, Whitewater, WI 53190 WIWHT Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm 10 - 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on a...

Retail Fufillment Warehouse Associate (Part-Time)

  • Stoughton, WI (16 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Stoughton, WI (16 miles from Janesville, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Production & Supply chain Retail Fufillment Warehouse Associate (Part-Time) Stoughton, Massachusetts, United States Logistics & Supply Chain Part time Job Description Job ID: 302334 Date posted:...

Warehouse Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Janesville, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 12 days ago

handling equipment Sort, place and stock materials on racks, shelves, or in bins Monitor and maintain inventory levels post id: ... [ ]...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Janesville, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Janesville, WI 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 Janesville, 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%