Warehouse worker job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Warehouse workers manage different activities in a warehouse, such as receiving and handling delivered goods, sorting items, restocking shelves, managing inventory, processing orders, and packing and sending goods. They must ensure that they do all of these activities in a timely manner so as not to hamper operations.
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Example warehouse worker requirements on a job description
Warehouse worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in warehouse worker job postings.
Sample warehouse worker requirements
- Physical stamina and strength
- Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse machinery
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects
- Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols
- Attention to detail and accuracy
Sample required warehouse worker soft skills
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow directions and work independently
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Reliability and punctuality
Warehouse worker job description example 1
Walmart warehouse worker job description
As a Freight Handler at Walmart Supply Chain, you will have a critical role in moving product through our Distribution network to the Stores to service our Customers. Your role is critical in providing our customers with the product they expect at an everyday low price.
You can expect the work to be very physically demanding with an extremely high focus on your safety and the safety of others. You will be lifting heavy cases in extreme climates. The flow of freight is very fast-paced, and productivity expectations are high.
Duties and Responsibilities
Freight Handling
Handles and processes freight in a safe and correct manner through the facility to the Stores. Loads, unloads, orderfills, packs, and/or processes freight in an accurate and timely manner. Tells management about unsafe working conditions, damaged products, or improper procedures in the facility. Uses freight handling equipment in a safe and correct manner. Maintains a clean work environment to ensure safety and compliance. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity. Ensures freight quality and integrity. Performs additional duties as assigned
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About Walmart
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
You can expect the work to be very physically demanding with an extremely high focus on your safety and the safety of others. You will be lifting heavy cases in extreme climates. The flow of freight is very fast-paced, and productivity expectations are high.
Duties and Responsibilities
Freight Handling
Handles and processes freight in a safe and correct manner through the facility to the Stores. Loads, unloads, orderfills, packs, and/or processes freight in an accurate and timely manner. Tells management about unsafe working conditions, damaged products, or improper procedures in the facility. Uses freight handling equipment in a safe and correct manner. Maintains a clean work environment to ensure safety and compliance. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity. Ensures freight quality and integrity. Performs additional duties as assigned
#supplychainjobs
About Walmart
At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
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Warehouse worker job description example 2
ABM Industries warehouse worker job description
Full Time and Part Time
ABM is looking for various positions within a large distribution center in Phoenix, AZ for our globally recognized retail partner. Our distribution centers can be over 1 million square feet, so if you like to be constantly on the move, this role is perfect for you!
Job Type:
Full-time/Part-time, 4-day 10-hour shifts/Sat-Sun 8-hour shifts, weekend availability
Cleaner Responsibilities:
The cleaner must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. Duties will include cleaning and maintaining restrooms, break rooms, carpets and hard surface floors by vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors. Dusting furniture, pictures, ventilation, lights, and blinds, emptying wastebaskets, cleaning windows, restrooms and other cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Corrugate Responsibilities:
Corrugate Tech must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. Break down and recycle cardboard in the assigned area in a distribution or fulfillment center to be disposed of. Utilize power industrial trucks (PIT) to collect corrugate and recycling from one designated area to another within the distribution center. Operate baler, auger, and trash compactor, sweep floors, support cleaning team, empty trash and wood bins throughout the distribution center.
Qualifications:
No previous experience is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications:
Customer Service Experience. 1 year of similar work experience.
ABM is an EOE/AA (M/F/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation)
About ABM Ind.:
For thousands of clients across the U.S. and in more than 20 international locations, ABM is a source of reliable people and services that improve the spaces and places that matter most.Our team of more than 100,000 skilled and hardworking people takes care of clients across Aviation, Banking, Life Sciences, Commercial Office Buildings and Real Estate, Education, Food and Beverage, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Nuclear Power, Parking, Retail, Sports, Technology, Warehousing, and more.We provide a wide variety of services in each industry we serve, from airport shuttle service and wheelchair assistance to food and nutrition to mission-critical solutions in hospitals. In every case, ABM makes every day run smoothly by going the extra mile to deliver the best quality with the highest levels of integrity.We show our respect for every person, every day. Every ABM team member gains clear career growth programs and support. We promise safe working conditions. And together, we live out our six core values.
ABM is looking for various positions within a large distribution center in Phoenix, AZ for our globally recognized retail partner. Our distribution centers can be over 1 million square feet, so if you like to be constantly on the move, this role is perfect for you!
Job Type:
Full-time/Part-time, 4-day 10-hour shifts/Sat-Sun 8-hour shifts, weekend availability
Cleaner Responsibilities:
The cleaner must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. Duties will include cleaning and maintaining restrooms, break rooms, carpets and hard surface floors by vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors. Dusting furniture, pictures, ventilation, lights, and blinds, emptying wastebaskets, cleaning windows, restrooms and other cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Corrugate Responsibilities:
Corrugate Tech must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. Break down and recycle cardboard in the assigned area in a distribution or fulfillment center to be disposed of. Utilize power industrial trucks (PIT) to collect corrugate and recycling from one designated area to another within the distribution center. Operate baler, auger, and trash compactor, sweep floors, support cleaning team, empty trash and wood bins throughout the distribution center.
Qualifications:
No previous experience is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications:
Customer Service Experience. 1 year of similar work experience.
ABM is an EOE/AA (M/F/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation)
About ABM Ind.:
For thousands of clients across the U.S. and in more than 20 international locations, ABM is a source of reliable people and services that improve the spaces and places that matter most.Our team of more than 100,000 skilled and hardworking people takes care of clients across Aviation, Banking, Life Sciences, Commercial Office Buildings and Real Estate, Education, Food and Beverage, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Nuclear Power, Parking, Retail, Sports, Technology, Warehousing, and more.We provide a wide variety of services in each industry we serve, from airport shuttle service and wheelchair assistance to food and nutrition to mission-critical solutions in hospitals. In every case, ABM makes every day run smoothly by going the extra mile to deliver the best quality with the highest levels of integrity.We show our respect for every person, every day. Every ABM team member gains clear career growth programs and support. We promise safe working conditions. And together, we live out our six core values.
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Warehouse worker job description example 3
O'Reilly Auto Parts warehouse worker job description
Warehouse Worker - Material Handler FULL-TIME
$17.25/hr, plus $2000 new hire bonus, see details below
O'Reilly is now hiring dedicated and hardworking Warehouse Workers, who thrive in a fast-paced environment! Our Warehouse Workers are a crucial part of our team and important to the overall success of the warehouse. Your high level of accuracy and productivity helps us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time. We offer onsite interviews and same day hiring decisions. This is the career opportunity for you! Explore our culture and come be a part of it.
What you will do:
- Match numbers quickly and accurately
- Stock products and load totes for delivery
- Take pride in delivering excellent customer service
- Thrive in a busy, fast-paced warehouse environment
Starting hourly wage $17.25 with potential for raises every 6 months.
We currently have positions available in:
Order Processing 4am
Shipping 5am/7am/11am
Stocking II 4pm
TPA-01 WS-01
Schedule
Shift start: 4:00AM or 5:00AM or 7:00AM or 11:00AM or 4:00PM
Shift length: 10 - 12 hours
Monday - Friday, or Saturday - Tuesday (10-12 HR Shifts)
Benefits
Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days Paid time off 401(k) plan
Qualifications
Must pass drug screen (cannabis included) Must pass background check Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Basic computer skills Ability to work closely with others in a team environment High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required If applicable, ability to operate a Cherry Picker; training provided Flexibility for overtime opportunities
$2000 new hire incentive
$1000 after 1st 90 days, $1000 at 180 days. Must be employed to receive this bonus.
About O'Reilly Auto Parts
O'Reilly Auto parts is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself retail customers. Founded in Springfield, MO in 1957 by Charles Francis “C.F.” and Charles H. “Chub” O'Reilly, the company now operates more than 5,000 stores in 47 states with 77,000-plus team members. The underlying spirit and philosophy of O'Reilly, has been one of growth and progress, both for the company and its team members. This, as well as the company's strong culture, remain
$17.25/hr, plus $2000 new hire bonus, see details below
O'Reilly is now hiring dedicated and hardworking Warehouse Workers, who thrive in a fast-paced environment! Our Warehouse Workers are a crucial part of our team and important to the overall success of the warehouse. Your high level of accuracy and productivity helps us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time. We offer onsite interviews and same day hiring decisions. This is the career opportunity for you! Explore our culture and come be a part of it.
What you will do:
- Match numbers quickly and accurately
- Stock products and load totes for delivery
- Take pride in delivering excellent customer service
- Thrive in a busy, fast-paced warehouse environment
Starting hourly wage $17.25 with potential for raises every 6 months.
We currently have positions available in:
Order Processing 4am
Shipping 5am/7am/11am
Stocking II 4pm
TPA-01 WS-01
Schedule
Shift start: 4:00AM or 5:00AM or 7:00AM or 11:00AM or 4:00PM
Shift length: 10 - 12 hours
Monday - Friday, or Saturday - Tuesday (10-12 HR Shifts)
Benefits
Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days Paid time off 401(k) plan
Qualifications
Must pass drug screen (cannabis included) Must pass background check Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Basic computer skills Ability to work closely with others in a team environment High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required If applicable, ability to operate a Cherry Picker; training provided Flexibility for overtime opportunities
$2000 new hire incentive
$1000 after 1st 90 days, $1000 at 180 days. Must be employed to receive this bonus.
About O'Reilly Auto Parts
O'Reilly Auto parts is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself retail customers. Founded in Springfield, MO in 1957 by Charles Francis “C.F.” and Charles H. “Chub” O'Reilly, the company now operates more than 5,000 stores in 47 states with 77,000-plus team members. The underlying spirit and philosophy of O'Reilly, has been one of growth and progress, both for the company and its team members. This, as well as the company's strong culture, remain
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024