Warehouse Associate – 1st Shift

Openwork • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Openwork is hiring an experienced Warehouse Associate for an established steel distribution company in Houston, Texas. This full-time, first-shift position supports daily warehouse operations, including forklift operations, order preparation, loading and unloading, and handling structural steel, pipes, and steel plates. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with an 8-hour shift starting at 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM as assigned by the supervisor. Pay is $17.00 per hour, paid weekly. Overtime is required as needed, sometimes with short or last-minute notice. The role offers long-term employment potential and the opportunity to gain experience in steel distribution. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off are available upon permanent hire.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of manufacturing warehouse or material-handling experience.
• Hands-on forklift operating experience.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience loading, unloading, and handling industrial materials.
• Ability to read pick tickets and use basic measuring tools.
• Basic math skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs.
• Dependable attendance and strong teamwork skills.
• Availability for short-notice or last-minute overtime.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment background and drug/alcohol screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly preferred.
• Overhead crane experience is preferred but not required.
• Steel distribution or steel manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to safely move, load, and organize materials.
• Pull and prepare customer orders using pick tickets.
• Load and unload trucks and warehouse materials.
• Verify material sizes, quantities, grades, and heat numbers.
• Handle structural steel, pipes, and steel plates.
• Assist with cutting and measuring materials using shop equipment.
• Check order accuracy and complete required documentation.
• Follow safe material-handling and equipment procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance upon permanent hire.
• 401(k) retirement plan upon permanent hire.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) upon permanent hire.
• Weekly pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED