Packaging Associate – 2nd Shift

Openwork • Houston, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Openwork is seeking an experienced and dependable Packaging Associate for a growing metals manufacturing facility in Houston. This hands-on role involves packaging, forklift operation, material handling, quality checks, and preparing products for shipment. Candidates must have 2+ years of relevant manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material-handling experience and be committed to safety, quality, and reliable attendance.

Requirements

• 2+ years of manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material-handling experience required.
• Forklift operating experience required; skills test completed during the interview process.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Reliable and consistent attendance.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to frequently lift 50–75 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain active throughout a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to work required overtime based on production needs.
• Must remain clean-shaven for a proper respirator seal.
• Respirator required throughout the entire shift.
• Showering at the end of each shift is mandatory.
• Work involves lead-based materials.
• Periodic blood testing is required.
• Must follow all PPE, hygiene, and safety procedures.
• Must be comfortable working around industrial equipment and heavy materials.

Nice To Haves

• Overhead crane experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow shop copies, packing lists, and packaging instructions.
• Inspect materials for correct dimensions and defects.
• Package rolled and flat products according to customer requirements.
• Prepare pallets, crates, shrink wrap, banding, and export packaging.
• Label and prepare completed materials for shipment.
• Operate a forklift to move materials and finished products.
• Separate, weigh, label, and move scrap materials.
• Maintain accurate packaging and material records.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all quality, environmental, and safety procedures.

Benefits

• Pay increase upon permanent hire.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Life insurance.
• Production and safety bonus opportunities.
• $200 annual Red Wing boot allowance after one year.

What This Job Offers

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