What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at Connect Staffing?
Connect Staffing is hiring a Material Handler for a warehouse in Houston, TX. In this role, you will load and unload materials by hand and with powered equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and electric hoists, moving materials between storage areas, work areas, and outbound shipments. This is a long-term opportunity with consistent work in a warehouse environment.
Pay:$17–$18/hr
Location: Houston, TX 77073
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Primary workplace language(s):English
Work Environment: Warehouse
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and electric hoists to transport materials between storage areas, work areas, and shipping/receiving.
- Stack, band, and bundle materials for storage or outbound shipment.
- Secure lifting attachments to materials and signal crane or hoist operators as needed.
- Set up and position portable conveyor systems to assist with material movement.
- Count, weigh, and record materials moved on daily production sheets and job tickets.
- Attach identifying tags and labels to materials and mark containers with required information.
Minimum Requirements
- 1 year of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling environment.
- Experience assembling, stacking, bundling, and organizing materials for storage or shipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating electric hoists and portable conveyor systems.
- Familiarity with strapping, bracing, and securing loads for transit.
- Experience collecting and labeling material samples for lab delivery or QC processes.
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and standard warehouse safety procedures.
- Ability to accurately complete production documentation such as labor cards and job tickets.
- Hands-on experience operating a forklift or industrial truck.
You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Material Handler, Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator, Production Associate, Shipping and Receiving Associate, Material Mover, Warehouse Laborer, Industrial Truck Operator, Production Support Associate, Warehouse Material Handler.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. and frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to work at a fast pace.
- Drug screen required.
- Background check required.
- E-Verify / work authorization required.
- Must communicate effectively in English.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Direct deposit / Paycard.
- Health and dental benefits available.
- Earn referral bonuses.
After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.
See all our current openings at jobs.connectstaffing.com
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