Material Handler Jobs in Portage, 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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Ink Material Handler

  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 1 day 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...

Material Handler

  • Randolph, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Randolph, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Shipping and Receiving Team Coordinator, this position pulls work orders and delivers them to appropriate work area, receives and checks in parts,...

Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Associate/ Parts Delivery Driver

  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 4 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 (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fall River, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 5 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...

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Company: US0018 Sysco Baraboo, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 53913 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range but is...

Warehouse Worker II - 3751

  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 8 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: \*New bonus program - If team quarterly performance metrics are met, employees are eligible for a \$500-\$750 bonus quarterly! Pay starting at \$17 per hour. Monday-Fri - 7am...

Paint Line Material Handler

  • Fall River, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fall River, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 9 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....

1st shift Production Forklift Operator

  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 13 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...

Warehouse Associate

  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baraboo, WI (15 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 14 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...

2nd shift Production Forklift Operator

  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 16 days ago

2nd shift Production Forklift Operator Requisition ID: 13783 Location: DeForest, WI, US, 53532 Pay Type: Hourly **COMPANY OVERVIEW** Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to...

Distribution Specialist - Supply Chain Technician

  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Deforest, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 20 days ago

Role Overview ABS Global, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Supply Chain Technician - 1st Shift - to effectively and efficiently perform all supply and warehousing...

Forklift Operator (Recycling)

  • Prairie du Sac, WI (23 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Prairie du Sac, WI (23 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 22 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout...

Warehouse Associate

  • Windsor, WI (24 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Windsor, WI (24 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 22 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Wisconsin Kenworth in Madison is looking for a talented individual to take on the Warehouse Associate position! Main responsibilities will include loading and unloading parts and...

Material Handler

  • Fall River, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Fall River, WI (22 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 23 days ago

We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Material Handler to join our Power Products team....

Warehouse Worker/Crater - 1st Shift

  • Pardeeville, WI (7 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pardeeville, WI (7 miles from Portage, WI)
  • 25 days ago

This entry level warehouse opening is a great way to get your foot in the door with this well-established company! In this position you'll read written instructions and use a tape measure. You'll...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Portage, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Portage, 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 Portage, 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%