Occupation
Warehouse associate
Warehouse associates receive, store, pick, and pack the goods moving through a distribution site. The work is physical and paced by targets, and accuracy matters as much as speed because a mispick travels all the way to the customer. Sites often run several shifts, including nights and weekends.
Also known as: Warehouse worker · Order picker · Material handler · Warehouse operative
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Part of Supply chain, transport and logistics
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What the work involves
Unload inbound deliveries and check quantities and condition against the paperwork.
Put stock away in system-directed locations and scan each movement.
Pick orders from a handheld or voice system and build stable, correctly labelled pallets or totes.
Pack, weigh, and label cartons for despatch and stage them for the right carrier.
Count stock during cycle counts and flag discrepancies for investigation.
Keep the working area, walkways, and equipment clean and safe.
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How people commonly enter
Direct entry with on-the-job training on the site's scanning, picking, and safety procedures.
Temporary or agency placement at a distribution site converted to a permanent role.
An apprenticeship or traineeship in warehousing or supply chain operations where one is offered.
A short college certificate in logistics or warehouse operations.
Typical training: Short course or on-the-job training
Licensing: Not typically licensed
Pathways: Apprenticeship route
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Typical work context
- Warehouse
- Physically active
- Shift work
- Team based
- Fast paced
Warehouse · Physically active · Shift work · Team based · Fast paced
Related interests
- Realistic (hands-on)
- Conventional (organizing)
Realistic (hands-on) · Conventional (organizing)
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