Packaging Specialist

Now Hiring: Packaging Specialist – 2nd ShiftOpenwork is seeking an experienced Packaging Specialist for a growing metals manufacturing facility in Houston. This hands-on role is a great fit for someone with packaging, forklift, warehouse, or material-handling experience who is looking for steady work and long-term potential.Position at a Glance:Location: Houston, TX 77028Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly PayShift: 2nd Shift | 2:30 PM – 1:30 AMSchedule: Monday–FridayHours: Approximately 40–60 hours per weekOvertime: Required as needed based on production demandsEmployment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-HireYour Day-to-Day:Package rolled and flat products according to customer requirements.Read and follow packing lists, shop copies, and packaging instructions.Inspect materials for correct dimensions, quality, and defects.Prepare pallets, crates, shrink wrap, banding, labels, and export packaging.Operate a forklift to move, stage, and prepare materials for shipment.Separate, weigh, label, and move scrap materials.Maintain accurate packaging and material records.Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.Follow all quality, environmental, and workplace safety procedures.What You'll Need to Succeed:2+ years of manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material-handling experience required.Forklift operating experience required; skills will be evaluated during the interview process.Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.Ability to pass a basic math test and background check.Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.Reliable and consistent attendance.Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.Ability to frequently lift 50–75 lbs.Ability to stand, walk, and remain physically active throughout the shift.Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment and hot temperatures.Flexibility to work required overtime.Overhead crane experience is a plus.Important Work Environment & Safety Requirements:This is a safety-sensitive metals manufacturing position in a non-climate-controlled environment. Candidates should be comfortable with the following requirements before applying:Working around lead-based materials.Wearing a respirator throughout the entire shift.Ability to maintain a proper respirator seal in accordance with safety requirements.Mandatory showering at the end of each shift.Participation in required periodic blood testing.Working safely in hot temperatures.Working around industrial equipment and heavy materials.Following all required PPE, hygiene, environmental, and safety procedures.Benefits Upon Permanent Hire: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.If you have the required experience, are comfortable with the work environment, and are looking for a steady 2nd-shift manufacturing opportunity with long-term potential, we encourage you to apply.Openwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are committed to helping people build rewarding careers while supporting employers with exceptional talent.Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)