Machine Shop Helper

About the Job

Now Hiring: Machine Shop Helper

Location: Houston, TX 77028

Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly Pay

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time

Hands-On Manufacturing Opportunity with Room to Grow

Openwork is hiring a dependable Machine Shop Helper to support a busy manufacturing operation in Houston. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, supporting production teams, operating equipment, and helping ensure products are packaged and prepared for shipment accurately.

Working in a climate-controlled facility, you'll play an important role in both shop operations and product packaging while gaining valuable manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities:

• Build wooden pallets for finished products and outgoing shipments.
• Assist machinists with daily production activities.
• Package finished products according to customer specifications.
• Prepare, label, and stage products for shipment.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and finished goods.
• Maintain inventory organization and material flow.
• Keep the shop clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow ISO standards, quality procedures, and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1+ year of manufacturing, warehouse, shop helper, or packaging experience required.
• Previous packaging experience required.
• Forklift experience preferred (certification provided on-site).
• Carpentry or pallet-building experience is a plus.
• Basic inventory and material handling knowledge.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and remain active throughout the shift.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Important Safety Requirements:

• Facility works with lead-based materials.
• Daily showering before leaving the facility is required.
• Periodic blood testing is required as part of safety compliance.
• Must wear required PPE and follow all safety procedures.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Through Openwork:

• Weekly pay.
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule.
• Climate-controlled work environment.
• Long-term opportunity with growth potential.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Life Insurance.
• LTD and STD coverage.
• Production and safety bonus opportunities.
• Annual $200 Red Wing boot allowance after one year.

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About Openwork

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with more than 50 years of experience connecting dependable professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We help people build rewarding careers while supporting companies with exceptional talent.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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