Shop Assistant Houston Centerless Grinding Houston, TX 77023 Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Shop Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our centerless grinding shop. The successful candidate will be responsible for moving heavy metal bars, operating a forklift, constructing wooden storage boxes, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the shop. This is an entry-level position with opportunities to grow within the company. Key Responsibilities: Material Handling: Safely move and transport heavy metal bars to and from different areas of the shop or load them on/off trucks. Forklift Operation: Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials, ensuring safe and efficient handling of inventory. Wooden Box Construction: Build and assemble sturdy wooden boxes for storing metal bars and other materials. Use tools such as hammers, nail guns, saws, and drills. Shop Upkeep: Assist with general housekeeping tasks, including sweeping, organizing tools, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the shop is clean, safe, and orderly. Inventory Support: Assist with inventory tracking, including labeling and storing materials properly for easy access. Safety Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on the job. Assist in Machine Shop Operations: Provide support to machine operators and other team members as needed, including delivering materials or tools and aiding in machine set-up. Qualifications: Experience: Previous experience in a machine shop, warehouse, or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required. Physical Ability: Must be able to lift heavy materials (up to [specific weight limit]) and perform physically demanding tasks, including bending, lifting, and standing for long periods. Basic Carpentry Skills: Experience or willingness to learn how to use basic woodworking tools to build wooden boxes. Attention to Detail: Ability to follow instructions, maintain accurate records, and ensure materials are handled and stored properly. Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment. Team Player: Ability to work well with others and take direction from supervisors. Work Environment: Fast-paced, physically demanding machine shop environment. Requires standing, lifting, bending, and operating machinery and tools. Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, which may be noisy or dusty at times. Compensation and Benefits: Hourly wage: $12 – $13 Retirement plan options (401k after 30 days of employment) Paid time off (PTO) and holidays. Opportunities for advancement and professional development. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $13.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) 4% Match On-the-job training Paid time off Schedule: Overtime Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Overtime pay Ability to Commute: Houston, TX 77023 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Houston, TX 77023: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person