Loader / Unloader – 2nd Shift (Shipping Department)

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Loader / Unloader moves, loads, and unloads glass and metal products throughout the plant to support the production process. As a member of the 2nd Shift Shipping Department, this employee rotates through phases of shipping to help keep production moving safely and efficiently. The position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate, and to perform general mathematical equations.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize work under deadlines and work overtime when required.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout a shift of up to 10 hours on a concrete floor.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 75 pounds individually and 150 pounds with a partner.
• Ability to perform frequent reaching, handling, grasping, twisting, bending, and kneeling.
• Visual acuity to inspect glass products for quality flaws.
• Ability to wear company-issued safety gear, including a safety shirt, hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Ability to work in moderate to high noise levels and temperatures consistent with the regional outdoor climate, including heat, humidity, and cold.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to drive a forklift and work around overhead cranes.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Move glass and metal products safely from tables, rolling racks, delivery trucks, or wood crates.
• Operate specialized equipment, including a forklift, and work around an overhead vacuum-assisted 3-ton crane.
• Transport and rotate materials manually or with equipment through phases of the laminating process.
• Read work orders and follow safety, quality, and production standards.
• Inspect products for visual flaws and verify that materials meet specifications.
• Use a tape measure and accurately interpret basic measurements.
• Attach labels and tags to products, packages, and required paperwork.
• Maintain a clean work area and promptly report mechanical or material issues to the supervisor.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee.
• PTO and holidays, including floating holidays.
• Potential for annual raises and bonuses through a pay-for-performance culture.
• Training to build the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed