Material Handler Jobs in Cortland, IL

A Material Handler in the logistics industry plays a crucial role in managing the supply chain process. They are responsible for physically moving materials, both raw and finished, within a warehouse, factory, or retail environment, ensuring the right goods reach the right location at the right time. They also might be involved in the processing, packaging, and shipping of orders. Material Handlers are often required to operate machinery such as forklifts, maintain inventory records, and ensure workplace safety by adhering to proper handling procedures.

Some of the important skills a Material Handler should possess include physical stamina and strength, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Having a certification in forklift operation or a similar field can give a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Material Handler, individuals might have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Package Handler, or Shipping and Receiving Clerk. These roles provide the opportunity to gain experience in handling materials, operating machinery, and understanding logistics operations.

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Material Handler I (2:00pm to 10:30pm) Gas Internal

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Material Handler I In this job you will fill orders, move materials between cells/departments, check identification for quantities and part numbers, and perform inventory transactions in the business...

Material Handler II (2:30pm to 11:00pm) Central Warehouse

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 28 days ago

As an Material Handler II you will: Unload, move and store a variety of materials, parts or products....

Warehouse Associate, Transfer, Night Shift Positions

  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Ability to operate safely a fork lift, tire cart, pallet jack and order picker....

Distribution Center Associate I

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Manually, load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms or lifting devices. Stock and maintain inventory items in designated warehouse storage areas....

Material Handler-Mid-Shift 1030am-7pm

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Equipment Operation In performing assigned duties, the equipment used can include, but is not limited to, a pallet jack....

Material Handler (4006)

  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Plant Shipping/Handling - Material Handler Summary of Job Responsible for loading/unloading trucks, put away product, and movement of product to and from the production floor....

Forklift Operator - Batavia, NY

  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Batavia, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Our plant produces corrugated sheets using a state-of-the-art corrugator which is roughly the length of a football field....

Case Picker

  • Rochelle, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochelle, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Use pallet jack equipment to assemble customer orders while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Deliver product to the required area....

Hiring: Warehouse Picker/Packer & Assistant $19/hr (MonFri 8AM4PM)

  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Geneva, IL (18 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking warehouse picker/packer and assistant to join our team. Job Duties include: Picking and packing orders accurately Loading and unloading shipments...

Material Handler

  • Belvidere, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Belvidere, IL (23 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Stand up forklift drivers needed in Belvidere IL! APPLY NOW!!! shift: 1st 6am-2pm or 7am-3pm pay : 17.00 Job Description Outbound Picking and unloading ceramic metal parts Getting products ready...

Warehouse Packers

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

How Hiring 3rd shift packer in the Elgin area Shift hours: 11pm to 7am Monday to Friday Pay rate: $17 Job Description: Packaging products Label Quality Verification of products Palletize Products Maintain...

Meat Packer

  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (20 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The ability to touch, feel, manipulate fingers and limbs to operate various processing and material handling equipment is necessary The ability to smell is required, in order to detect levels of wholesomeness...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dekalb, IL (2 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a stand up forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad. We have tons of openings in your area, provided you meet the...

Shipping & Receiving Forklift Driver 1ST

  • West Chicago, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Chicago, IL (24 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This role is responsible for moving raw materials and finished product between the production areas, storage and docks using a riding pallet jack or forklift....

Material Handler

  • South Elgin, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Elgin, IL (19 miles from Cortland, IL)
  • 2 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Material Handler. The Material Handler is responsible for moving products to their designated locations within the facility....

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Cortland, IL

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Cortland, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Cortland, IL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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