Material Handler II/Forklift Operator - Houston, TX

CMA CGM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts and perks

Pet insurance

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Material Handler II/Forklift Operator in Houston, TX. The role focuses on efficient warehouse operations, material handling, and safe forklift use within a high-volume logistics environment.

You will support receiving, storage, and distribution activities, ensuring accurate inventory and timely order fulfillment while maintaining safety standards and productivity in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Typically at least two years of warehousing or related logistics experience.
• Forklift certification required within 3–6 months of hire; valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and hand trucks to move, stack, load, and unload goods.
• Perform inventory counts, staging, and basic material handling tasks.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials within the warehouse.
• Prepare and assemble orders and move materials to storage or other areas as needed.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse logistics

Safety awareness

Hand and power tools

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Pallet jack

Job description

Material Handler II/Forklift Operator - Houston, TX

Houston - 15390 Vickery Drive, USA CEVALogistics Ground and Rail Logistics Permanent contract Full Time

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global teamofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging newpaths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’sa journey on which you rise.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00

YOUR ROLE

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to execute essential operational processes and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers, such as working collaboratively, providingtimelycommunication andinstructionandassistingwithoperationsas necessary.
• Execute various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material and hand staging and loading goods; use manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack.Operate hand tools to close or open bales,buildor tear down crates, and other containers or material; packaging can be advanced or non-standard.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, tools, equipment, and products within assigned area.Prepare and assemble orders, move materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other areas.
• Manage sorting and placement of materials or items on racks, shelves, pallets or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, productcodeand related characteristics; tend to be morecomplex or in multiple cells or operations and fully trained.
• Potential opportunity to serve as a lead operator in less complex, smallerteamsor standard operations.Assistwith training and providing basic work instructionstonew hires or transfers.
• Operate a forklift whenrequiredand is fully trained and operational; may not perform the most complex,heavyor oversizedtransports.
• Complete or verifyappropriate forms, documents, labels and other information to ensure the accuracy of inventory,monitorand track material and successful receiving and/or delivery of goods;involves knowledge of several operations or varied goods and services.
• Identifypotential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate co-workersandassistwith resolving.Monitorvarious warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, cleaning docks, proper storage ofequipment, basic preventativemaintenanceand related tasks.

WHATARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience:High School Diploma or GED
• Typically,atleast two years of warehousing or relatedlogisticsexperience, or successful completion of a rotation program.
• Credentials:Forklift Certification typicallyrequiredin most operations within 3 to 6 months of hire; Valid state issued driver’s license preferred.
• Skills:Ability tooperatehand and power tools, including hand truck, pallet jack, and related warehouse equipment;Basicproficiencyin Internet, web-based and job specific software applications;Ability to become forklift certified, when required.
• Characteristics:Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; Ability to perform in a team environment.Ability to read,comprehendand complete basic checklists,formsor other related documents

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow,developand be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel,carand hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in theworldthen let’s work together to help you find your new role.

Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [e-mail]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

Rise in motion with CMA CGM Group: where ambition meets opportunity.

Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world.

The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise.

See how you can rise.