Packaging Specialist - 1st Shift

Now Hiring: Packaging Specialist – 1st Shift Location: Houston, TX 77028 Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly Pay Schedule: Monday–Friday | 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM Hours: Approximately 40–60 hours per week Overtime: Required as needed Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire Join Our Manufacturing Team: Openwork is seeking an experienced and dependable Packaging Specialist for a growing metals manufacturing facility in Houston.

This hands-on role involves packaging, forklift operation, material handling, quality checks, and preparing products for shipment . Candidates must have 2+ years of relevant manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material-handling experience and be committed to safety, quality, and reliable attendance. What You'll Be Doing: Read and follow shop copies, packing lists, and packaging instructions.

Inspect materials for correct dimensions and defects. Package rolled and flat products according to customer requirements. Prepare pallets, crates, shrink wrap, banding, and export packaging. Label and prepare completed materials for shipment. Operate a forklift to move materials and finished products. Separate, weigh, label, and move scrap materials.

Maintain accurate packaging and material records. Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe. Follow all quality, environmental, and safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

2+ years of manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or material-handling experience required. Forklift operating experience required ; skills test completed during the interview process. Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Reliable and consistent attendance.

Strong attention to detail and quality. Ability to frequently lift 50–75 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, and remain active throughout a 10-hour shift. Overhead crane experience is a plus. Ability to work required overtime based on production needs. Work Environment & Safety: This is a safety-sensitive manufacturing environment with specific PPE and hygiene requirements.

Respirator required throughout the entire shift. Must remain clean-shaven for a proper respirator seal. Showering at the end of each shift is mandatory. Work involves lead-based materials. Periodic blood testing is required. Must follow all PPE, hygiene, and safety procedures. Must be comfortable working around industrial equipment and heavy materials.

Schedule & Work Requirements: Monday–Friday. 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM | 1st Shift. Approximately 40–60 hours per week. Overtime required as needed. Full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity.

Benefits

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. About Openwork: Openwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)