Material Handler Jobs in Waukegan, 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 (CLS) (1st Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours 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

  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Material Handler#25-63148 Mount Prospect, IL All On-site Job Description This position largely interacts with equivalent levels of internal personnel....

General Labor - Warehouse

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Warehouse Team Member

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Warehouse Selector

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Warehouse Clerk

  • Hoffman Est, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Est, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Put away skids using a pallet jack. Pick and pack orders efficiently. Utilize an iPhone operating as an RF scanner for picking, packing, and inventory purposes....

Warehouse Clerk - Overnights

  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Clerk - Overnights Pay from $29 to $34 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $4 Shift Differential Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St. Pleasant...

Shipping And Receiving Clerk

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Shipping and Receiving Clerk The Shipping & Receiving Clerk responsible for keeping records of all products shipped and received. Duties/Responsibilities: Receives goods and verifies the quality...

Warehouse Clerk - Days

  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Clerk - Days Pay from $25 to $30 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St. Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Are you extremely...

PH - Switcher PT

  • Grayslake, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grayslake, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by...

Warehouse Associate

  • Vernon Hills, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (10 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Palletizer Operator Job Description The Palletizer Operator is responsible for supporting plant production needs for daily operations....

Senior Warehouse Associate - Overnights

  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Warehouse Associate - Overnights Pay from $34 to $38 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $4 Shift Differential Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

**Job Description:** + Print labels to prepare pallets for shipment + Transport large chemical drums + Load and unload trailers + Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to pick materials, supply lines...

Material Handler

  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Youll be: Picking, packing, sorting, and storing items for shipment in accordance with established procedures Receiving and verifying the quality and quantity of materials and finished goods Safely...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Waukegan, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Waukegan, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Waukegan, IL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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