Loader, Night Shift

Samuel, Son & Co. 1855; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. 1855 in Houston is seeking a Warehouse Associate to operate material handling equipment, move and stage materials for loading, and use RF devices for tracking inventory.

You will follow verbal and written instructions, assist with general warehouse duties, and uphold strict safety standards in a fast-paced environment that demands reliability and attention to detail.

Experience with forklifts and tape measures is a plus and a commitment to health and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience with forklift/side loader preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16 inch.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data tracking.
• Reliability, punctuality, and safe work habits.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment.
• Move and stage materials for loading based on shipment schedules.
• Operate packaging tools (machine and hand).
• Use RF devices for accurate material tracking.
• Follow verbal and written instructions for loading, safety, and process compliance.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Side loader

Tape measure reading

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Safety consciousness

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Computers

Cutting equipment

Banding equipment

Cranes and forklift operation

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate material handling equipment.
• Move and stage materials for loading based on shipment schedules
• Operate packaging tools (machine and hand).
• Using RF devices for accurate material tracking.
• Follow verbal and written instructions for loading, safety, and process compliance
• Assists with general warehouse duties as assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous warehouse and forklift/side loader experience.
• High school education or GED desired.
• Good mathematical competencies.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to read a tape measure to the sixteenth. Experience with micrometers and calipers.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Reliable attendance, be on time for work, and dependable.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, and health & safety.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Experience using computers.
• Experience with cutting and banding equipment is a plus.
• Previous experience operating material handling equipment including crane and forklift. Must pass evaluation before working independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to spend 80% of the day standing.
• Ability to bend, stoop, push and pull.
• Ability to climb into and out of forklift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs (22.7kg) maximum occasionally with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs (11.3kg).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is primarily conducted in an industrial environment, which may involve exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Adherence to strict safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential to minimize risks and ensure a safe work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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