Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Openwork; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Day shift 6:30am-4:30pm

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Openwork in Austin is seeking a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, stocking, order picking, and shipping. This role is ideal for reliable, organized individuals who thrive in a hands-on environment.

You will operate hand trucks and pallet jacks, assist with cycle counts, and help maintain safety and organization. The position offers a daytime Mon-Fri schedule, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of warehouse, general labor, or material handling experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet during the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, unloading, and stocking materials accurately and safely.
• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for shipment.
• Using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment (forklift if certified).
• Assisting with cycle counts and inventory accuracy.
• Keeping the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Supporting other departments as needed for smooth operations.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliable transportation

Tools

Forklift (if certified)

Pallet jacks

Job description

Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator for a well-established distribution company located in Austin. In this role, you'll support daily warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, order picking, and shipping. This is a great opportunity for someone reliable, organized, and ready to work in a hands-on environment.

As a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator, you'll be responsible for:

• Receiving, unloading, and stocking materials accurately and safely
• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for shipment
• Using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment (forklift if certified)
• Assisting with cycle counts and inventory accuracy
• Keeping the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards
• Supporting other departments as needed for smooth operations

What you'll need:

• 1-2 years of warehouse, general labor, or material handling experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance
• Team player attitude with a willingness to learn

Perks:

• $19-22/hour with weekly pay
• Monday-Friday 6:30am-4:30pm daytime schedule
• Career growth opportunities with a supportive team

About Openwork:

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with 50+ years of experience connecting great people with great companies. Our mission is to bring ease and thoughtfulness to the hiring process. We also proudly support niche markets through our sister companies, QS Nurses and Aerospace Solutions. Let's build your future together.

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