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Material Handler - 1st Shift

Service Wire, Houston, TX, United States

Duration: Full Time


Material Handler/High Reach Operator Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a 1st shift Material Handler/High Reach Operator in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!
The Material Handler/High Reach Operator is responsible for supporting warehouse operations by efficiently receiving, transporting, and organizing materials throughout the facility. This role ensures accurate inventory management, safe material handling, and the timely preparation of orders for shipment. Operating forkliftsincluding high reach trucksis essential, along with maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with company standards and safety protocols.
Material Handler
Service Wire is a premier manufacturer of industrial, utility, and commercial wire and cable. Our regional manufacturing location in Houston is seeking a conscientious and team-oriented Material Handler with proficiency with high-reach forklifts to join our organization in this full-time position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Process material cuts according to customer specifications and record distribution data
Palletize and prepare orders for shipment using a stand-up, high-reach forklift
Work to maintain inventory stock and an organized warehouse
Transports wire and materials throughout facility on a forklift
Maintain safety standards and organized work environment
Qualifications/Requirements
High-reach forklift proficiency
Basic math and measuring skills
Ability to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions and directions
Ability to stand and move about facility for extended periods
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds. Assistance provided as needed.
Company forklift operation training and certification
High school diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) or one year related industrial experience or equivalent training
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control.
In-person attendance is an essential function of the job
This is a first shift position (6:30 am - 3:15 pm).
Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities
Receive and unload materials
Palletize and prepare orders for shipment on occasion
Work to maintain inventory stock and an organized warehouse
Transport wire and materials throughout facility on a forklift
Maintain safety standards and organized work environment
Knowledge/Skills/Requirements
Forklift operation proficiency, high reach preferred
Ability to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions and directions
Ability to stand and move about facility for extended periods
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds. Assistance provided as needed.
High school diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) or one year related industrial experience or equivalent training
Position Requirements
Personal protective equipment is required
Continuous participation in company safety training
Company forklift operation and certification
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures
Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods
Regularly moves about the facility
Regularly lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds
Occasionally required to move up to 100 pounds by pushing, pulling, or sliding material. Assistance provided as needed.
Visual inspection of material quality required.
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control
In-person attendance is an essential function of the job
Shift Schedule and Information
Must be available to work 6:30am - 3pm
The perks of joining our Team
Comprehensive Insurance Options - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choices.
Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays - Tenure-based paid time off plus eight paid holidays annually
401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit-sharing contributions.
Career Growth & Learning Support - Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs.
Referral Bonus Program - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first year.
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