Material Handler Jobs in Kenosha, 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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Overnight Forklift Operator

  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

Aerotek Overnight Forklift Operator in Round Lake , Illinois Material Handler III Job Description This position involves receiving, locating, and issuing raw materials as per Standard Operating Procedures...

Warehouse Worker

  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 hours ago

Warehouse Worker Company: Aerotek Location: LIBERTYVILLE, IL Date Posted: 3/12/25, 3:21 AM Job Duties and Responsibilities: Packaging materials as they come off the conveyer belt Build boxes,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 7 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: As a Warehouse Associate, you are responsible forperforming one or more warehouse tasks; including, but not limited to,receiving, put away, picking, packing orders for delivery,...

3rd Shift Material Handler

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 7 hours ago

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and...

Warehouse Associate

  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilmot, WI (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 21 hours ago

Warehouse Associate 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...

Forklift Operator / CDL-A Local Driver. Job in Racine Gr8Jobs

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Warehouse Stand-Up Forklift Operator

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Company: Ryder Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Trucking Description Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent...

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Our warehouse operations make sure that products are properly received, selected and delivered to our stores for our ever-growing number of customers to enjoy. While not guaranteed, on average our...

Forklift Operator

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Forklift Operator performs various material handling and miscellaneous shipping and warehouse duties, Operates a forklift truck to weight, store, stage, ship and transport materials...

Material Handler (Food Manufacturing) 1st Shift

  • Saint Francis, WI (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Francis, WI (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Material Handler Starting Rate: $17 - $18/hr. (Based on skills and experience) Shift: 1st Shift (5:00am - 1:00pm) Whats the Job? Operate a forklift Handle materials Whats Needed?...

Material Handler I (CLS) (2nd Shift)

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Number of Openings: 1 Job Title: Material Handler I(CLS) (2nd Shift) - Pleasant Prairie WI Occupational Category: Pleasechoose the most appropriate choice based on the Job Title andDescription...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description 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 Overtime...

Back Half Warehouse Associate

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Manual dexterity to operate material handling equipment. 5. Able to grasp material for inspection and sorting activities. 6....

Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift

  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 195731 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks to...

Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days 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 Overtime Pay $28.87 per hour...

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Material Handler positions.



Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Kenosha, WI offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.8%
Associate's Degree
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
1.8%
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 Kenosha, 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%