Material Handlers for hire in Springfield, IL
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 Springfield, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Communication Skills8%Time Management7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training4%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years18%6-10 years26%Current company
Caterpillar
Bunn-O-Matic Corporation
BunnTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years35%2-5 years31%
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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026
Material Handler: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Springfield, IL: $37,033 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,238 – $42,542 yearly
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Production Worker
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafeForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLifting EquipmentLift TruckShipping & ReceivingWarehouse OperationsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CHHADriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRNon-CDL Class CServsafe+1 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCookingAirport Ramp Agent
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseElectrical LicenseServsafeForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Analysis SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceHeavy LiftingMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Licensed Certified Social WorkerGuard CardChild Development Associate CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+18 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsForklift Operator/Material Handler
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Order ShippingOrder PickerSafe Work PracticesWorkplace SafetyMaterial Handling Equipment OperationWarehouse Operations+11 moreSkills
Lift TruckHi-LoComputer OperationReach TruckOrder PickerPallet JackForklift Operator/Material Handler
Springfield, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationForklift CertificationLift TruckPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational Skills
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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 34 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: heavy lifting, communication skills and time management.
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 Springfield, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a material handler?
Most material handlers have 14 years of professional experience.
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