Material Handlers for hire in Milwaukee, WI
Find material handlers who specialize in safely moving, loading and unloading goods while operating forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure inventory accuracy and efficiency in logistics operations. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Milwaukee, WI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Organizational Skills8%Heavy Lifting7%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED88%Bachelor's degree5%Associate's degree5%Years of experience
More than 10 years40%6-10 years36%3-5 years20%Current company
Rockwell Automation
ABX Innovative Package SolutionsAlro Steel CorporationTime at current job
1-2 years28%2-5 years28%More than 5 years28%
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Last updated: Sep 12, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $44,481 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,622 – $54,026 yearly
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Material Handler/Receiver
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCertified Medication AideFire Safety CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceMaterial Handler/ Dock Lead
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsMaterial handler packing radar gun and machine operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
OSHA Safety CertificationScissor Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementPresentation SkillsMaterial Handler/Shipping and Receiving
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Class DFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardDriver's LicenseCDL BElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceWarehouse Experience
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What's the average time to fill a material handler role?
The average time to fill a material handler role is 33 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do material handlers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a material handler include: organizational skills, heavy lifting and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a material handler?
Common licenses or certifications for material handlers include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to material handlers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to material handlers include: forklift operator/material handler, material handler/forklift operator and forklift operator.
What level of education is common for a material handler?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a material handler in Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 10 years of professional experience.
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