Warehouse Associate

Kelly Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Positive workplace culture

Great colleagues

Job summary

Kelly Services in Houston, TX is hiring a Warehouse Associate to manage shipping and receiving in our local facility. You will work in a fast-paced environment requiring accuracy, organization, and teamwork.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You will communicate across departments, assist with loading/unloading, and ensure proper documentation and packing for shipments.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Able to read and interpret instructions and memos.
• Strong math abilities including fractions and percentages.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate urgency, attention to detail, and a positive attitude in daily tasks.
• Communicate effectively across all departments.
• Process shipping and receiving duties for the local warehouse.
• Receive merchandise, check and sign delivery slips, assist with unloading.
• Inspect incoming goods; report quantity discrepancies and damaged items.
• Apply protective coats and prepare goods for shipment.
• Create packing lists, labels, and bill of lading (BOL).
• Process shipments and inventory transfers in the ERP system.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, hand truck, etc.).
• Conduct inventory cycle counts.
• Maintain and organize storage areas.
• Perform daily warehouse cleaning and housekeeping.
• Participate in mandatory training programs.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Math skills

Basic computer literacy

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job Posting: Warehouse Associate

Location: Houston, TX 77041

Pay: $20/hr

Hours: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Overview

Join our team as a Warehouse Associate! In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of shipping and receiving in our local warehouse facility. We value urgency, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy collaborating with great people, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate urgency, attention to detail, and a positive attitude in daily tasks
• Communicate effectively across all departments
• Process shipping and receiving duties for the local warehouse
• Receive merchandise, check and sign delivery slips, assist with unloading
• Inspect incoming goods; report quantity discrepancies and damaged items
• Apply protective coats and prepare goods for shipment
• Create packing lists, labels, and bill of lading (BOL)
• Process shipments and inventory transfers in the ERP system
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, hand truck, etc.)
• Conduct inventory cycle counts
• Maintain and organize storage areas
• Perform daily warehouse cleaning and housekeeping
• Participate in mandatory training programs
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or one year of related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong reading and comprehension skills; able to interpret instructions and memos
• Confident in writing simple correspondence
• Effective communication in one-on-one and small group settings
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, fractions, decimals, percentages)
• Able to apply common sense understanding to follow instructions and resolve issues
• General computer literacy; ERP system experience preferred
• Must successfully complete Work Steps assessment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Enjoy a positive workplace culture
• Work alongside awesome colleagues

Additional Information

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear
• Moderate noise levels in the work environment
• Up to 10% of travel may be required
• Safety sensitive position
• Reasonable accommodation available for individuals with disabilities
• Job description subject to change based on business needs

Put your skills to work.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.