Material Handler

nVent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company-mі

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off including volunteer time

Caregiver, personal and parental leave

Back-up care services

Well-being program

Legal & identity theft protection

Job summary

nVent is seeking a detail-oriented warehouse associate in Houston to match shipments to POs, operate forklifts, and maintain accurate inventory updates using WMS/ERP software. You will work with drivers and internal teams to keep the receiving dock efficient.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs regularly, occasional 100 lbs, and adherence to OSHA PPE guidelines. Expect overtime on weekends when needed and a fast-paced environment supporting our global operations.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail to spot damaged goods, incorrect SKUs, or missing items.
• Ability to troubleshoot shipment delays, inventory discrepancies, or equipment malfunctions.
• Clear verbal and written communication with drivers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Match incoming shipments to POs, packing slips, and invoices.
• Use WMS/ERP software for data entry and real-time inventory updates.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Verify counts, weights, and stock quantities.
• Prepare and handle shipping documents like Bills of Lading and packing lists.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Inbound Freight

Flexibility

Heavy Lifting

Physical Stamina

OSHA PPE

Tools

WMS/ERP software

Forklift operation

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Ability to accurately match incoming shipments against purchase orders (POs), packing slips, and invoices.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software like SAP/Oracle(bonus points) or QuickBooks for data entry and real-time inventory updates.
• Certification and proficiency in operating forklifts (sit-down/stand-up), electric pallet jacks, hand trucks.
• Competence in basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for verifying counts, weight measurements, and stock quantities.
• Knowledge of essential shipping documents, such as Bills of Lading (BOL), packing lists.

YOU HAVE:

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous observation to spot damaged goods, incorrect SKU numbers, or missing items in large deliveries.
• Capability to troubleshoot shipment delays, inventory discrepancies, or equipment malfunctions independently.
• Clear verbal and written skills to interact with truck drivers, and internal departments like purchasing or sales.
• Ability to manage a steady flow of inbound freight, prioritize tasks, and keep the receiving dock and warehouse clean and orderly.
• Flexibility to handle shifting priorities, such as late truck arrivals, sudden or late orders and working overtime on the weekends (when needed).
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (regularly up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs) and stand for long periods (8-12 hour shifts).
• Physical ability for bending, kneeling, and reaching to unload or organize inventory.
• Strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis.

Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.