Material Handling - Shipping & Receiving

Emerson Electric
Pasadena, TX
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for utility workers with material handling experience who thrive in structured, collaborative environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior manufacturing experience and a track record in inventory and shipping operations
    — “support daily manufacturing operations through material handling, inventory, shipping and receiving”
  • Individuals who value structured work environments and prioritize safety and organization
    — “keep work areas safe and organized”
  • People who are comfortable with both manual labor and digital documentation processes
    — “maintain accurate documentation”

Things to consider

  • No visa sponsorship is available, requiring legal authorization to work in the U.S.
    — “Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States”
  • The role is likely to be full-time based on the specified Monday through Friday schedule
    — “Shift: Monday through Friday- 10AM - 6:30PM”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with shipping companies and material handling equipment on your resume
    — “Contact shipping companies to schedule deliveries”
  • Showcase any prior experience in process control or manufacturing environments
    — “Experience in the process control industry is a plus”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • support daily manufacturing operations
  • prepare products for shipment
  • maintain accurate documentation
  • keep work areas safe and organized
Typical background
excellent communication, interpersonal and customer relations skillscomputer experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Material HandlingInventory ManagementShipping And ReceivingShop SupportERP System UsageMaterial Handling Equipment Operation

Preferred

Process Control IndustryEquipment And Process Related Problem-solving

Stack & domain

Material HandlingInventory ManagementShipping And ReceivingERP SystemForkliftPallet JacksCranesCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer RelationsManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from Emerson Electric

If you are an experienced Utility looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you based in Pasadena, Texas. In this role, you will support daily manufacturing operations through material handling, inventory, shipping and receiving, and shop support activities. You will help move and stage materials, prepare products for shipment, maintain accurate documentation, and keep work areas safe and organized.

Shift: Monday through Friday- 10AM - 6:30PM

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Build pallets, crates, and package goods for shipping, including weighing items on scales, plus using UPS, FedEx and other metering scales for shipping.Work with and identify parts and products by description and number.Read Purchase Orders and identify customer or vendor requirements for shipping and receiving.Pull stock parts from inventory, both physically and in ERP system.Compose Bill of Lading and other shipping documents used to ship materials.Contact shipping companies to schedule deliveries.Move product using material handling equipment – forklift, pallet jacks, cranes, etc. Maintain excellent housekeeping in all shop areas by sweeping and emptying all garbage cans, recycle bins, chip hoppers and dumpsters 

Who You Are:

You build and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations, effectively communicate in various settings, and stayed productive and aligned with your goals. 

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer relations skills.
  • Computer experience required.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

Associates degree or 3+ years of experience within a manufacturing facility preferred. Experience in the process control industry is a plusKnowledge of analyzing, evaluating, diagnosing, and resolving equipment and process related problems is strongly preferred 

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.   

ABOUT EMERSON 

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

No calls or agencies please.

Source: Emerson Electric careers

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