Houston
Job Description Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate – Cable Handling Job Description This role focuses on shipping, receiving, and handling cable products in a warehouse environment. You will cut, spool, inspect, and prepare cables according to customer orders and production work orders while maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring product quality and traceability. Responsibilities • Remove cable from stock based on order cut schedules, production work orders, and written instructions., • Visually inspect cable for damage, defects, length, and accuracy, ensuring item labels match the print legend, and promptly notify a supervisor of any discrepancies., • Spool and cut finished cables to specified lengths according to customer requests and production work order requirements., • Follow all special instructions for cable preparation, including exposing cable ends, stripping cable, and preparing and securing reels for shipment in line with company policies and procedures., • Complete quality checklists for all shipments and production orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards., • Place finished products in the designated customer pickup area or outgoing shipment area to maintain an organized workflow., • Ensure prepared spools are sent to the designated assembly area as required., • Scan reels, picking tickets, and production work orders into the company’s operational software (SAP) to maintain product and order traceability., • Assist with regular cycle counting and physical inventory stock takes to support accurate inventory control., • Wash existing print legends from cables as needed to meet order requirements., • Print cable legends onto cables as required for specific orders., • Support general shipping and receiving activities, including packing, loading, and unloading materials as needed., • At least 3 years of experience in a warehouse environment, shipping and receiving, or order pulling., • Proficiency using computers to perform basic data entry and documentation tasks., • Experience working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment., • Ability to perform cycle counts or support inventory control activities., • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as part of daily duties., • High school diploma or GED., • Strong attention to detail when inspecting, measuring, and labeling cable products., • Ability to follow written instructions, work orders, and special instructions accurately., • Reliability in working a first-shift schedule and staying late when required to meet workload demands., • Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including packing, loading, and unloading materials., • Experience in general labor or production work in a warehouse or manufacturing setting., • Familiarity with inventory practices and cycle counting as a plus., • Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word and related basic office software., • Exposure to operational or ERP software such as SAP for scanning and tracking orders is beneficial., • Ability to work efficiently with repetitive tasks while maintaining quality and accuracy. You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team in a setting that combines a small company feel with the stability and resources of a larger organization. The role offers a contract-to-hire path, providing the opportunity to grow into a long-term position and advance from within. You will work closely with a core group of coworkers, build strong working relationships, and contribute directly to the success of the operation in an environment that values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Work Environment The role is based in a large warehouse assembly area with substantial workbenches designed to hold cable reels and assemblies. The facility is not climate controlled, so temperatures will reflect seasonal conditions. You will work closely with a team of about five people in a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere that maintains a small company feel while being part of a larger corporate structure. This is a first-shift position, typically running from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the expectation that you can start earlier or stay later, often until 6:00 or 7:00 p.m., and work additional hours or weekends as needed based on workload. You will regularly handle cable reels, use spooling and cutting equipment, and operate basic computer systems and SAP software to scan and track orders. Attire should be appropriate for a warehouse environment, allowing for safe lifting, movement, and work around equipment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision, • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), • Short and long-term disability, • Health Spending Account (HSA), • Transportation benefits, • Employee Assistance Program About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.