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Material Handler / Forklift Operator - Night Shift

Openwork's Houston branch is partnering with a well-established HVAC manufacturer and supplier to add a Material Handler / Forklift Operator to their team. This is a great opportunity for experienced forklift operators with strong material handling experience who thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and communicate with logistics technicians, sales representatives, service providers, and other team members involved in shipping and receiving operations.
• Load and unload incoming containers and outgoing truckload shipments, including HVAC parts, compressors, and systems.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and organize materials safely and efficiently.
• Handle and organize materials throughout the warehouse to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Tag parts and compressors according to company standards and documentation requirements.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and warehouse safety practices.
• Support general warehouse organization and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with material handling in a warehouse environment is required.
• Minimum 2+ years of sit-down forklift experience.
• Experience operating large forklifts is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Comfortable using power and hand tools as needed.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well within a team.
• Must be willing to consent to a background check and drug screen.
• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors.

Pay:

• Up to $22.00 per hour, based on experience

Schedule:

• 2:45 PM - 3:45 AM
• 30-minute lunch break
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Contract-to-hire opportunity

PPE Requirements:

• Full ankle-support safety toe shoes (steel or composite) required
• All other PPE provided by the company

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

• 401(k) with profit sharing
• 80 hours PTO
• Sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage (company contributes toward premiums)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

Employees enjoy a comfortable breakroom with lockers, granite countertops, and a coffee maker. The company frequently provides breakfast during safety training and regular team lunches, creating a positive and supportive work environment.

If you are interested and qualified, apply today.

For questions, contact the Openwork Houston Branch at 713-###-####.