Material Handler - Wrapping Department

Merchants Metals, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Company Paid Life Insurance

401k Retirement Program with strong company match

Job summary

Merchants Metals, LLC in Houston, Texas is looking for dedicated individuals to operate forklifts and manage warehouse tasks efficiently. The role includes safety compliance, accurate reporting, and maintaining organization in the workspace.

Candidates will need prior forklift experience and attention to detail. Merchants Metals fosters employee growth with competitive benefits including health coverage, a retirement program, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience is required.
• Previous warehouse or production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and complete production documentation neatly.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Accurately complete daily production reports.
• Identify and distinguish between various materials.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Good verbal communication

Job description

Description

Why Join the Merchants Metals Team?

Our core values are seven basic principles: Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Transparency, Empowerment, and Teamwork. Our employees are part of a culture that values and promotes personal growth and development. We understand that to be a market leader, we must be committed not only to our products but also to our people. We are committed to growing our employees and want our people to feel their time with Merchants Metals is an investment in their future. It’s our talent that helps make Merchants Metals the first name in fence solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently
• Accurately complete daily production reports
• Identify and distinguish between various materials (e.g., strand, fabric)
• Audit pallets upon receipt of goods to ensure accuracy and quality
• Perform banding and shrink-wrapping of pallets
• Follow proper procedures for scrap material handling
• Stack pallets correctly and safely
• Maintain clean and organized work areas (housekeeping)
• Operate power equipment as needed
• Tag and label posted materials accurately
• Communicate effectively with leads and supervisors regarding workflow and issues

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents & entire Families at a very low cost
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through LiveHealth Online
• Legal Assistance via Legal Shield
• Employee Assistance Program and discounts
• 401k Retirement Program with strong company match

In addition to the benefits program, Merchants Metals also provides employees a competitive wage, career advancement, paid PTO, and holidays and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required
• Previous warehouse or production experience
• Ability to read and complete production documentation neatly
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic understanding of material types and warehouse processes
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety and quality standards