A logistics picker and packer's job involves accurately locating, retrieving, and preparing items for shipment. Key responsibilities include order picking by finding items on warehouse shelves, packing them securely in boxes, and ensuring everything is correctly labeled and accounted for. They also manage inventory, perform quality checks, maintain a clean workspace, and adhere to safety procedures.
Key responsibilities
Order Picking:
Locating and retrieving specific items from warehouse locations based on order slips or scanning devices.
Packing:
Securely boxing and wrapping picked items, adding cushioning materials, and labeling them correctly for shipment.
Inventory Management:
Maintaining accurate stock records, tracking items picked and packed, and reporting any discrepancies.
Quality Control:
Inspecting items for damage or defects before packing and ensuring the correct items and quantities are packed.
Equipment Operation:
Using equipment such as barcode scanners and potentially forklifts or other machinery to fulfill orders.
Safety and Organization:
Adhering to all safety protocols, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and following proper procedures for handling materials.
Documentation:
Completing necessary paperwork or electronic records for each order and inventory update.
Required skills and qualifications
Attention to Detail: Crucial for picking the right items and ensuring order accuracy.
Physical Stamina: Needed for standing for long periods, lifting, and moving products.
Teamwork and Communication: Necessary for collaborating with other team members to ensure an efficient workflow.
Organizational Skills: Important for keeping a large volume of inventory organized and accessible.
Basic Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent is often preferred, though some entry-level roles may have different requirements.
Experience: Warehouse or logistics experience can be beneficial, and on-the-job training is often provided.