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Example order picker requirements on a job description

Order picker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in order picker job postings.
Sample order picker requirements
  • Physically fit and able to lift heavy boxes
  • Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment
  • Ability to read and understand picking lists and shipping labels
  • Basic math skills for inventory management and order counting
Sample required order picker soft skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in order fulfillment
  • Good communication skills for coordinating with other warehouse staff
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills

Order picker job description example 1

Staples order picker job description

Shift : 2:00pm-10:00pm/Monday-Friday

Pay Rate : Up to $19.95/hour

Pay Rate: $18.70/hour + $1.25/hour Shift Differential

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.

Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers.

What you'll be doing: As a Warehouse Order Picker (Breakpack), you will prepare customer orders accurately and timely to meet daily production goals while adhering to safety procedures.

In this role, you will utilize warehouse equipment including RF Scanners, Pick to Voice technology, Pick to Cart technology or other methods, depending on specific facility.

Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.

You will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

What you bring to the table:

  • An ability to count and use basic arithmetic skills
  • An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues
  • An ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices
  • An ability to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations

Qualifications :

What's needed- Basic Qualifications:

  • 3 months warehouse or applicable experience to include, but not limited to: fast-food (utilizing headset a plus), stockroom, working with racking systems, customer service, package handling, etc.
  • Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications)
  • As a Full-Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need
  • An ability to lift, lower, push, pull or carry product up to a maximum of 70 pounds by hand
  • Must be at least 18 years old

What's needed- Preferred Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We Offer:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups and resources such as the Social Justice Resource Center
  • Full-Time Paid Time Off: 112 Hours and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

Interested in joining the team? Check out our perks and benefits !


Staples believes Inclusion is a verb and we encourage diversity of thinking and ideas as well as backgrounds and experiences. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Order picker job description example 2

CVS Health order picker job description

Earn up to $16.75 per hour depending on shift Join #TeamCVS and play an important part in delivering the kind of service that keeps our customers coming back to CVS Pharmacy. You'll work with other dedicated individuals in a fast-paced warehouse environment that inspires you to grow your skills and advance your career.As an Order Selector, you will:• Read store orders from a tablet which will include: item locations, descriptions, and quantity needed• Select the needed pieces of merchandise and place them into a tote or box• Cross train in other warehouse responsibilities• Report to the Operations ManagerBenefits• 401 (k) match• Insurance packages available• Stock purchase program• Store discounts• Paid breaks• Paid time off• Paid holidays• Growth opportunities
Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: 16

Maximum: 16

Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age• Able to lift 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally as a team lift• Able to work overtime

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous warehouse experience

Education

+ High school diploma or equivalent required

Business Overview

At CVS Health, we are joined in a common purpose: helping people on their path to better health. We are working to transform health care through innovations that make quality care more accessible, easier to use, less expensive and patient-focused. Working together and organizing around the individual, we are pioneering a new approach to total health that puts people at the heart.

We strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. CVS Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.
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Order picker job description example 3

Campbell Soup order picker job description

Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.

We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Forklift Operator AM Zoll
BUSINESS UNIT: Campbell Snacks
FUNCTION: Supply Chain
REPORTS TO: Lisa Broberg
NUMBER AND TITLES OF DIRECT REPORTS: None
GRADE/LEVEL (If role is already leveled): Hourly

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Operation of electric pallet jack or forklift. Order pulling and entry using SAP computer program. Day shift, normal schedule is 6 am to about 2:00 pm, approximately 3 shifts per week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Perform shipping forklift operator duties and line driver duties on occasion. Job will include setting up, manually loading, unloading or warehousing of product or supplies with an electric pallet jack and will be responsible for load count, production manifest counts or inventories of both product and supplies (handheld computer data entry will be required (SAP). Will be responsible for keeping work areas neat, clean and orderly and will assist with clerical duties or any other tasks as assigned by supervision. Repetitious loading and unloading of product or ingredients weighing up to 50-75 pounds will be required. Use of SAP computer programs for inventory and shipping.
Must comply with all safety and quality good manufacturing practices guidelines.

COMPLEXITY AND SCOPE:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Must have obtained high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED (NOT REQUIRED): Shipping or warehousing experience strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED

% OF TRAVEL REQUIRED FOR THE POSITIONWORK ENVIRONMENT

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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