Packager

Location: Houston, TX 77003 (Downtown)
Duration: 06/08/2026 10/30/2026
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Employment Type: Contract / W-2
Industry: Manufacturing / Chemical Production

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable andsafety-focused Packager to join a manufacturing team in Houston, TX. This role is responsible for packaging finished products, operating production equipment, transporting materials throughout the facility, and maintaining quality and safety standards in a chemical manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing experience, forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced production setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment and support packaging operations

• Package finished materials into appropriate containers according to established procedures

• Handle, store, and transport materials using forklifts and other material handling equipment

• Operate both manual and automated production systems, including computer-controlled interfaces

• Complete production paperwork, inventory reports, forklift inspections, and environmental documentation

• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures

• Maintain clean and organized work areas

• Participate in operator training and certification programs

• Assist with emergency response procedures and equipment shutdowns when required

• Support production goals while maintaining quality standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• 1 2 years of manufacturing experience

• At least 1 year of forklift operating experience

• Strong English reading and comprehension skills

• Basic math skills

• Ability to learn technical processes and equipment operation

• Strong attention to safety and quality procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and move throughout the shift

• Regularly lift up to 25 pounds

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds

• Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance

• Ability to work around moving machinery, chemicals, humidity, heat, noise, and changing environmental conditions

Additional Information

• Overtime may be required based on production demands

• Weekend and holiday work may be required during peak production periods

• Must successfully complete required training and certification programs

• Drug screen required

• Must be authorized to work in the United States and successfully complete I-9/E-Verify requirements

If you have manufacturing experience, forklift experience, and are looking for a stable opportunity with a consistent first-shift schedule, we encourage you to apply.