Material Handler

Staffmark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 59,512,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Optional 401(k) Plan

Safety-focused work environment

Job summary

Total Talent Solutions is hiring a Material Handler in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on receiving, moving, staging, loading, unloading, and organizing materials throughout the warehouse to ensure accurate inventory and timely production support.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year warehouse experience, and ability to operate forklifts. The position offers 7 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday, and competitive benefits in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or material-moving equipment.
• Familiarity with inventory control systems, shipping docs, and receiving processes.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, count, weigh, and verify shipments against POs and shipping records.
• Pack, label, crate, and prepare products for shipment using approved methods.
• Unload deliveries, inspect for damage, and process receipts in inventory systems.
• Route materials to appropriate departments and maintain inventory records.
• Determine shipping methods and ensure outbound shipments meet specs.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment to transport products.
• Maintain inventory of shipping supplies and support warehouse organization.
• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures to support on-time delivery.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Inventory systems

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Ability to read work instructions & shipping docs

Basic computer skills

Tools

ERP/Oracle

Job description

Total Talent Solutions - Now hiring for a Material Handler
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Have you got hustle? This Shift’s Yours!

Looking for Material Handler jobs in Chicago where every shift keeps products moving? This opportunity lets you handle materials safely, support warehouse operations, and help ensure inventory reaches the right place at the right time.

This opportunity is based on a Material Handler career path and is being offered by Total Talent Solutions to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions, shipping documents, packing slips, invoices, and inventory records.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory transactions.

Experience Requirements

• 1+ years of warehouse, shipping, receiving, material handling, or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or material-moving equipment.
• Familiarity with inventory control systems, shipping documentation, and receiving processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Experience using ERP or warehouse management systems such as Oracle.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials throughout the shift.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving inventory.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment and work in a warehouse environment.

Job Duties

• Receive, inspect, count, weigh, and verify incoming and outgoing shipments against purchase orders, bills of lading, and shipping records.
• Pack, label, crate, and prepare products for shipment using approved packaging methods and materials.
• Unload incoming deliveries, inspect for damage or shortages, and process receipts in inventory systems.
• Route materials to appropriate departments and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Determine shipping methods and ensure all outbound shipments meet customer and company specifications.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment to transport products throughout the facility.
• Maintain inventory of shipping supplies and support warehouse organization through 5S and continuous improvement practices.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures to support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Work Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

A Job That’s Actually Worth Showing Up For.
“Great people, great hours, clean environment.” -Material Handler, Total Talent Solutions

What You Will Do

As a Material Handler you will receive, move, stage, load, unload, organize, and transport materials throughout warehouse or manufacturing operations. You will verify inventory, maintain accurate product locations, prepare materials for production or shipment, assist with inventory control, and help ensure safe, efficient movement of products while following established workplace procedures.

The Material Handler plays an important role in warehouse and manufacturing environments by ensuring materials move safely and efficiently throughout daily operations. This position requires organization, physical stamina, and attention to detail.

Successful Material Handler candidates understand material flow, inventory procedures, workplace safety, and warehouse organization while supporting production schedules and customer fulfillment. Consistent performance contributes directly to operational efficiency.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy hands-on warehouse work and teamwork.