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How to hire a warehouse agent

Warehouse agent hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring warehouse agents in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a warehouse agent is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new warehouse agent to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a warehouse agent, step by step

To hire a warehouse agent, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a warehouse agent:

Here's a step-by-step warehouse agent hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a warehouse agent job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new warehouse agent
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a warehouse agent do?

A warehouse agent is tasked with improving inventory logistics and the processing of orders. They ensure this is effectively done by adding labels so that the identification of equipment at hand is easier. They are also responsible for taking clients' orders through calls, faxes, and the internet. They may even be expected to prepare periodic reports on all warehouse operations for the office.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your warehouse agent job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a warehouse agent for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A warehouse agent's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, warehouse agents from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    This list shows salaries for various types of warehouse agents.

    Type of Warehouse AgentDescriptionHourly rate
    Warehouse AgentMaterial recording clerks track product information in order to keep businesses and supply chains on schedule. They ensure proper scheduling, recordkeeping, and inventory control.$13-19
    AgentAgents are individuals who are employed by their clients to represent them in various dealings. Agents are usually employed by people in the show business industry, such as actors, writers, or directors... Show more$9-34
    General Warehouse WorkerA general warehouse worker takes responsibility for doing various duties in warehousing. General warehouse workers receive and process incoming materials and stock, pick and file orders, and pack and ship these orders... Show more$12-18
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Customer Orders
    • Pallets
    • OSHA
    • Computer System
    • Pallet Jack
    • Cycle Counts
    • DHL
    • Outbound Freight
    • Air Freight
    • Materials Handling
    • RF
    • Inbound Freight
    • Safety Regulations
    • Inventory Control
    Check all skills
    Responsibilities:
    • Clean and maintain the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standard.
    • Operate RF scanners in the breakdown of material to determine customs status and sorts product accordingly.
    • Prepare pallets by following prescribe stacking arrangement.
    • Improve order processing and inventory logistics by adding labels to bin locations for easier identification and determination of equipment on hand.
    • Operate power equipment including: order pickers, tuggers, reach trucks, and counterbalance forklifts.
    More warehouse agent duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in the warehouse agent job description is a good way to get more applicants. A warehouse agent salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

    For example, the average salary for a warehouse agent in Texas may be lower than in Hawaii, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level warehouse agent. Additionally, a warehouse agent with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

    Average warehouse agent salary

    $16.40hourly

    $34,117 yearly

    Entry-level warehouse agent salary
    $28,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 18, 2025

    Average warehouse agent salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Hawaii$44,640$21
    2Idaho$39,768$19
    3California$38,291$18
    4Washington$37,317$18
    5Massachusetts$36,143$17
    6Illinois$34,686$17
    7Nevada$34,382$17
    8Pennsylvania$34,380$17
    9Utah$34,255$16
    10New Jersey$34,232$16
    11Wisconsin$34,220$16
    12Maryland$34,216$16
    13Arizona$33,938$16
    14Ohio$33,726$16
    15Minnesota$33,261$16
    16Oregon$33,220$16
    17Missouri$32,794$16
    18Florida$32,773$16
    19Virginia$32,694$16
    20Colorado$32,573$16

    Average warehouse agent salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1Pilot Freight Services$36,469$17.53
    2FedEx$36,052$17.33127
    3Expeditors$35,694$17.16131
    4G2 Secure Staff$35,523$17.08152
    5Lufthansa$35,515$17.074
    6United Service Technologies$35,387$17.019
    7dnata$35,257$16.954
    8Airport Terminal Services$34,909$16.78
    9Menzies Aviation$34,854$16.7624
    10Worldwide Flight Services Inc$34,778$16.72
    11Command Security$34,760$16.71
    12Total Airport Services$34,704$16.68
    13Spee-Dee Delivery$34,658$16.665
    14Hero$34,654$16.66
    15GAT Airline Ground Support$34,434$16.55
    16Amazon$34,424$16.5545
    17SEKO Logistics$34,332$16.51
    18Kintetsu World Express, Inc.$34,186$16.44
    19United$34,068$16.38
    20Advanced Imaging Systems$34,045$16.37
  4. Writing a warehouse agent job description

    A good warehouse agent job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a warehouse agent job description:

    Warehouse agent job description example

    Project number/task #

    301550 / 21.23

    Location:

    HNL

    Travel Required:

    No

    Level/Salary Range:

    $13.00 - $15.00 / hr

    Position Type:

    Full Time

    HR Contact:Date Posted:

    N/A

    Will Train Applicant(s):

    No

    Posting Expires:

    N/A

    Applications Accepted By:Email:

    Mail:

    U.S. Aviation a United Service Company

    3033 Aolele Street

    Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

    Job DescriptionAbout U.S. Aviation

    U.S. Aviation a United Service Companies, is a contracted ground handler for commercial airline carriers and cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five specialized groups that deliver unparalleled custodial, staffing, and security services for customers with diverse business needs from the Eastern Seaboard to Hawaii.


    Areas of focus include commercial cleaning services, facility support services, complete staffing solutions, hospitality services, trade show and convention services, security solutions, and aviation services.


    As a contracted ground handler for commercial airline carriers and cargo operators, services that we provide are, but not limited to:


    Airport Operations Customer Service Agents and Baggage Handlers

    Cargo Operations Customer Service Agents, Cargo and Mail Handlers, TSA approved Screening

    Cabin Services Cabin cleaning, Lavatory services, Cabin Security Checks

    Ramp Services Loading/Off Loading Cargo, Passenger Baggage handling


    Job Responsibilities

    Efficiently sort, handle, and load freight into and unload it from over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and/or straight trucks. This position routinely uses pallet jacks and forklifts in the loading and unloading of freight including shipments of Hazardous Materials freight.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Freight handling experience

    Forklift certification

    Handling of Hazmat training

    Experience:

    Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

    Hazmat: 1 year (Preferred)

    Dockworker, LTL Freight, Shipping/Receiving, or Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

    License:

    Forklift (Preferred)

    Job Duties:

    Load and unload trucks

    Move and stack materials

    General housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned

    Pay Frequency: Weekly

    Schedule: Able to work various hours and weekends

    Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, obtain a SIDA badge, USPS certification, and 10-year back ground check

    Ability to obtain AOA badge and Ramp License


    Additional Notes

    U.S. Aviation is a drug-free environment and has a strict zero tolerance policy for harassment. All employees are required to maintain proper grooming standards and conduct themselves in a professional manner when interacting with external and internal customers. Use of social media with regards to our operations and policies are strictly prohibited.

  5. Post your job

    To find warehouse agents for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any warehouse agents they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level warehouse agents with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your warehouse agent job on Zippia to find and recruit warehouse agent candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Recruiting warehouse agents requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new warehouse agent

    Once you've decided on a perfect warehouse agent candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

    You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new warehouse agent. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a warehouse agent?

Hiring a warehouse agent comes with both the one-time cost per hire and ongoing costs. The cost of recruiting warehouse agents involves promoting the job and spending time conducting interviews. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider the cost of warehouse agent recruiting as well the ongoing costs of maintaining the new employee.

You can expect to pay around $34,117 per year for a warehouse agent, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for warehouse agents in the US typically range between $13 and $19 an hour.

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