Packaging Associate - 2nd Shift

Packaging Associate – 2nd ShiftLocation: Houston, TX 77028Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly PaySchedule: Monday–Friday | 2:30 PM – 1:30 AMHours: Approximately 40–60 hours per weekOvertime: Required as neededEmployment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire Join Our Manufacturing Team:Openwork is seeking an experienced and dependable Packaging Associate 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.
• 2:30 PM – 1:30 AM | 2nd Shift.
• Approximately 40–60 hours per week.
• Overtime required as needed.
• Full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity.

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.

About OpenworkOpenwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities.Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)