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Packaging Specialist – 2nd Shift

Houston, TexasFull-time
$20 hourly
About the Job
Seeking: Packaging Specialist – 2nd Shift

Location: Houston, TX 77028
Pay: $20.00 per hour | Weekly Pay
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Join a Manufacturing Team That Values Quality and Safety

Openwork is hiring an experienced Packaging Specialist for a leading manufacturing facility in Houston. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with packaging, warehouse, material handling, or forklift experience who are looking for a stable position with long-term career growth.
If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to safety, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:
  • Package finished products according to customer and company specifications.
  • Verify pallet labels, measurements, counts, and product information.
  • Operate a forklift to move and stage materials safely.
  • Perform quality inspections to ensure product accuracy and traceability.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Follow all company safety, PPE, and quality procedures.
  • Support production and shipping operations as needed.

What We're Looking For:
  • 2+ years of packaging, manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, or forklift experience required.
  • Forklift experience required (forklift assessment conducted during the interview).
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and remain active throughout the shift.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Safety & Work Environment:
  • Climate-controlled manufacturing facility with spot coolers.
  • Facility works with lead-based materials and follows strict safety protocols.
  • Must be able to wear a respirator throughout the shift.
  • Daily showering after work and periodic blood testing are required.
  • Must follow all PPE and company safety requirements.

Why Apply?

Through Openwork:
  • Weekly pay.
  • Stable Monday–Friday second-shift schedule.
  • Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
  • Supportive, safety-focused work environment.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Production and safety bonus opportunities.
  • Annual $200 Red Wing boot allowance after one year.

Apply Today
Apply now to be considered for this Packaging Specialist – 2nd Shift opportunity in Houston, TX, or visit www.openwork.com to explore additional career opportunities.

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