Material Handler

JLL•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler at JLL, you will support the client’s supply chain and warehouse operations, handling shipping, receiving, inventory management, and logistics coordination. You will help materials move accurately and safely through the facilities while providing service to internal teams, vendors, and carriers. The role includes receiving and inspecting shipments, preparing outgoing materials, monitoring inventory, operating material-handling equipment, maintaining organized warehouse areas, processing documentation, and supporting safety, environmental, and compliance activities. This is an on-site position in Houston, Texas. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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 perform bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a collaborative team.
Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

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 them against packing slips and promptly address discrepancies with the Project Manager.
Prepare outgoing shipments by palletizing, shrink wrapping, labeling, and staging materials, and coordinate pickups and deliveries with vendors and carriers.
Monitor inventory levels, maintain accurate records, identify and label surplus materials, and replenish warehouse supplies.
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment in accordance with 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.
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.