Material Handler Jobs in Salem, 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 - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (15 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kenosha, WI (15 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 hour ago

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift Requisition Id: 381206 Business Unit: LTL Location: Kenosha, WI, US, 53144 **What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO** Minimum...

Warehouse Worker

  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 8 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations Load, unload, and move products to correct departments Price merchandise according to guidelines Track production numbers and complete reports Maintain...

Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Night Shift

  • Kenosha, WI (10 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI (10 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 14 hours ago

What youll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a...

Forklift Operator Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 14 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25 per hour Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour...

Warehouse Associate

  • Kenosha, WI (15 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (15 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will...

Material Handler - Days

  • Franklin, WI (21 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, WI (21 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Certified to drive material handling equipment. Transports stored items within the warehouse. Loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product....

Material Handler II

  • Libertyville, IL (22 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Libertyville, IL (22 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago

If you are looking to join a collaborative and innovative team in an essential industry, apply for our Material Handler position today!...

Material Handler I (CLS) (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler I (CLS) (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI Pleasant Prairie, WI, United States (On-site) JOB DESCRIPTION Overview: The Material Handler I locates and loads by hand and with non motorized...

Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for sit-down forklift operators on 2nd shift. If you have sit-down forklift experience and are looking for a positive environment to hone your skills in the...

Material Handler

  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (17 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Operates any material handling equipment as needed. Maintains organization of Bin Management and First In First Out maintenance....

CDL-A Local City Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time - $5,000 Signing Bonus!

  • Racine, WI (20 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Racine, WI (20 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

$5,000.00 signing bonus paid out on DAY 1 to fully qualified candidates who apply before 09/30/2025!! All fully qualified new hires applying before 09/30/2025 will start at the top pay rate of...

Forklift Operator

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

General Information Job ID ATR52845 Posting Job Title Forklift Operator Locations WI Pleasant Prairie Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 27-Jun-2025 Relocation Support No Description &...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

APL Logistics 3.8 Warehouse Material Handler Easy Apply Pleasant Prairie, WI Easy Apply Overview: The Material Handler locates and loads customer product onto/from pallets, trays racks and shelves;...

Material Handler

  • Mount Pleasant, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, WI (13 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 4 days ago

: Material Handlers - Contract-to-Hire!...

Warehouse Associate

  • Oak Creek, WI (24 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (24 miles from Salem, WI)
  • 5 days ago

The pay for this position is $18.75/hr + $1.50/hr Shift Differential We are Wayfair; we deliver a best-in-class customer experience in the furniture and home space because of people like you, who...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Salem, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Salem, 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 Salem, 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%