Material Handler

JLL•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler at JLL, you will support the client’s supply chain and warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, and logistics coordination. You will help ensure accurate, safe, and efficient movement of materials through the facilities while providing service to internal teams, vendors, and carriers. The position is on-site in Houston, Texas. The role includes receiving and inspecting shipments, preparing outgoing materials, maintaining inventory and records, operating material-handling equipment, keeping warehouse areas clean and safe, processing shipment documentation, and supporting safety, environmental, and compliance procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least two years of experience in shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, logistics, inventory control, or material handling.
Forklift and pallet jack certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills, along with customer-service and communication abilities.
Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods; frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds; and bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of warehouse inventory-control systems and shipping and receiving processes.
Experience operating powered industrial equipment beyond basic forklift and pallet jack operation.
Familiarity with OSHA and site-specific safety policies and compliance procedures.
Experience coordinating with vendors, carriers, and internal customers in a logistics or supply-chain environment.
Ability to proactively identify and resolve shipping discrepancies and operational challenges.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, unload, and distribute incoming shipments; verify shipments against packing slips and promptly address discrepancies with the Project Manager.
Prepare outgoing shipments by palletizing, shrink-wrapping, labeling, and staging materials; coordinate pickups and deliveries with vendors and carriers.
Monitor inventory, maintain accurate records, identify and label surplus materials, and replenish warehouse supplies.
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment while following safety procedures and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse areas, including loading docks, receiving zones, storage locations, and equipment staging areas.
Accurately process shipping and receiving documentation, track shipments, resolve discrepancies, and archive records in designated project files.
Conduct safety, environmental, and compliance inspections; identify unsafe conditions, ensure corrective actions are completed, and manage waste collection and recycling.