Material Handler Jobs in Whitewater, 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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Material Handler - 2nd Shift (with 10% shift premium & 3-day weekend!)

  • Watertown, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Watertown, WI (22 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 6 hours 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...

Full Time Hourly Warehouse Associate Seasonal Openings Only (T0557)

  • Oconomowoc, WI (23 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (23 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 6 hours ago

Apply to join our team today! Warehouse Workers Wage of $23.50 to $26.50*/hr. based on shift Warehouse Associate Wages of $21.10 to $24.10*/hr. based on shift *Includes hourly rate plus shift...

Forklift Operator

  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 9 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 (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 16 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 (10 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Atkinson, WI (10 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 1 day ago

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

Forklift Operator

  • Springfield, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operator Pay from $25 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Go-getters wanted! Looking to join a top-tier team?...

DC Material Handler

  • Jefferson, WI (13 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson, WI (13 miles from Whitewater, 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...

Warehouse Associate (3rd Shift)

  • Jefferson, WI (13 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson, WI (13 miles from Whitewater, 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 (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, 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 (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Janesville, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, 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....

Warehouse Associate

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

Material Handler, M-F 7am-3:30pm (RexCon)

  • Burlington, WI (24 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Burlington, WI (24 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Built to Connect Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most...

Warehouse Associate

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI (18 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 710 Swan Dr, Mukwonago, WI 53149 WIMUK Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your journey...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Lake Geneva, WI (20 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (20 miles from Whitewater, WI)
  • 10 days ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers' homes. This includes...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Whitewater, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Whitewater, 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 Whitewater, 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%