Job Description
Steel Warehouse Associate
Location: Houston, TX 77041
Pay: Starting at $17.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-hire
We are hiring two Warehouse Associates for a steel service center. We are seeking candidates with a background handling steel and other heavy industrial materials. Forklift and overhead crane experience is preferred.
Responsibilities:
Pull customer orders using pick tickets, verifying material size, grade, quantity, and heat numbers.
Load and unload trucks and prepare materials for shipment or transfer.
Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials safely.
Cut materials for customer orders and stock using saws, shears, ironworkers, and burning tables.
Verify completed orders and follow customer instructions.
Complete order paperwork, customer labels, and equipment inspection reports.
Use tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
Maintain a clean work area and follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
Qualifications:
Previous steel-handling or heavy industrial material handling experience
General knowledge of structural steel, pipe, and plate.
Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
Ability to read pick tickets, use measuring tools, and perform basic math accurately.
Ability to stand, climb, and lift or carry steel parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work well with others and follow safety procedures.
Ability to pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening.
Our Commitment to Fair Hiring:
HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the “Largest Staffing Firms” and “Fastest Growing Staffing Firms,” we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected].