Bagging Associate

Salary Range $14.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Category Operational/Non-ERD

Bagging Associate

Job Title
:
Bagging Associate

Location
:
Houston, Texas

Reports to
:
Warehouse Supervisor

Compensation Range
: $14 - $18 hourly

Benefits
:
Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long term disability, 401(k), and paid time off

TGU (The Ground Up, Inc.) has carved a niche for itself in the sustainable and green waste recycling sector, with a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation. We provide products to retail and wholesale markets, as well as operating as a significant support system for the Ceres emergency response division and operate out of Houston, Texas.

At TGU, we believe you're more than just an employee; you're part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Whether in management, field operations, or behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in supporting sustainable practices and community resilience. We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on innovation and teamwork.

If you show up with dedication, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you'll fit right in. We don't just respond to challenges; we rise to them.

The Bagging Associate plays a crucial role in our warehouse operations, ensuring efficient packaging and distribution of sustainable waste recycling products to support retail, wholesale, and emergency response needs. This entry-level position fits within the operations team, reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, and does not involve managing people. The role's purpose is high standards of safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment, directly impacting our commitment to environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.

Success in the first 12 months looks like mastering the automated bagging system and forklift operations, consistently meeting inventory and quality control targets, contributing to a clean and safe work area, and demonstrating reliability as a positive team player with minimal supervision required.

• Safely operate an automated bagging system to package products efficiently.
• Operate forklifts in warehouse settings and off-road environments as needed.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure accurate stock availability.
• Maintain quality control standards throughout the bagging and storage processes.
• Count pallets and bags to verify quantities and prevent discrepancies.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of the current product line to support accurate handling.
• Maintain a clean, neat, safe, and secure work area at all times.
• Perform other duties as needed to support team and operational goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in warehouse or manufacturing operations.
• Valid forklift certification or willingness to obtain one upon hire.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Strong reliability and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and safety protocols.

• Experience with automated packaging systems.
• Familiarity with sustainable waste recycling processes.
• Ability to perform basic math for counting and inventory tasks.
• Prior experience in a dusty or outdoor work environment.

In this hands-on role as a Bagging Associate, you'll join a dynamic operations team focused on sustainable waste recycling, where your daily efforts directly contribute to efficient product packaging and distribution for retail, wholesale, and emergency response support. Expect a fast-paced warehouse environment with constant exposure to dust, dirt, and mechanical equipment, requiring you to operate automated bagging systems, forklifts (both indoors and off-road), manage inventory, maintain quality control, count pallets and bags, and keep your work area clean and safe.

You'll work standard shifts, including weekends or overtime during peak periods, with no…