Freight Handler

Bray International, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bray Controls, a subsidiary of Bray International, Inc., seeks a Freight Handler/Forklift Operator for our Northwest Houston, TX facility. The role includes pre-shift equipment checks, daily material checklists, and turning in requisitions, plus tracking all cargo on the dock.

Responsibilities include labeling and staging freight, processing transactions in the computer system, maintaining a clean shipping area, and operating forklifts/packing equipment with duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years' experience performing warehouse and materials handling, inventory management, forklift/power equipment operation, and shipping/receiving duties.
• Experienced with standard functions within MS Office applications such as MS Outlook, Excel, Access, etc. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and remain highly organized and detail oriented.
• Possess strong work ethic.
• Available to work overtime hours when needed.
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Labeling and staging freight for all carriers and loading and unloading trucks.
• Making transactions in the computer system
• Maintain neat, clean and orderly shipping area
• Will be required to operate various pieces of equipment to include forklifts and packaging equipment
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Access

Job description

Bray Controls, a subsidiary of Bray International, Inc., is currently seeking a Freight Handler/Forklift Operator for a position at our facility in Northwest Houston, Texas. The Freight Handler will perform pre-shift checks of equipment and perform daily material checklist and turn in requisitions. He or she will also perform daily list of all cargo still on the dock. If you're looking for an opportunity to join an industry-leading opportunity, we invite you to apply!

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Labeling and staging freight for all carriers and loading and unloading trucks.
• Making transactions in the computer system
• Maintain neat, clean and orderly shipping area
• Will be required to operate various pieces of equipment to include forklifts and packaging equipment
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or 5+ years of relevant experience
• 2+ years' experience performing warehouse and materials handling, inventory management, forklift/power equipment operation, and shipping/receiving duties.
• Experienced with standard functions within MS Office applications such as: MS Outlook, Excel, Access, etc. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve and remain highly organized and detail oriented
• Possess strong work ethic.
• Available to work overtime hours when needed.
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this position.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM. Additional overtime may be required. Shifts typically range from 8-12 hours, with potential overtime on Saturdays.

Core Competencies

• A desire to succeed and good work ethic, excellent oral and written, communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexible, self-starter hands-on, attention to detail. Outstanding time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be proficient in customer service and possess the ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.