Order Picker/packer

Order Picker

This role focuses on accurately verifying, preparing, and organizing customer orders before they are sent to shipping. You will work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, using RF scanners, pick links, and computer systems to ensure every order meets strict accuracy and quality standards. The position involves frequent lifting, detailed product verification, and close attention to order documentation throughout the fulfillment process.

Responsibilities

• Review picked orders and carefully check for errors to ensure all items are correct before they are sent to shipping.
• Lift and move products weighing approximately 30–40 lbs throughout the workday.
• Perform quality inspections on products, identifying and correcting any mistakes before orders proceed.
• Assist with order picking as needed to support overall warehouse operations.
• Use RF scanners and pick links to upload and manage accurate order documentation.
• Verify all orders to ensure 100% accuracy in product type, quantity, and documentation.
• Break down bulk orders into smaller, location-specific orders according to work instructions.
• Use work orders to verify the correct products and quantities required for each order.
• Count individual items, such as pairs of socks, to confirm accurate quantities for each order.
• Use computers to enter order data, update inventory information, and print shipping labels.
• Re-verify products multiple times throughout the process to maintain high accuracy and quality standards.
• Maintain general warehouse organization and support packing, inventory, and other general labor tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience with order picking and packing in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Proficiency using RF scanners for order processing and product verification.
• Ability to perform accurate product verification and maintain 100% order accuracy.
• Comfort with frequent lifting of 30–40 lbs throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift in an open warehouse environment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and printing shipping labels.
• Strong attention to detail when counting items and verifying quantities.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks in a warehouse setting.
• Reliability and consistency in following work orders and documentation procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse packing, inventory, or general warehouse operations.
• Comfort working with pick links or similar order management tools.
• Ability to support team needs by assisting with different warehouse tasks as required.
• Interest in long-term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that is establishing a strong presence in the Mankato area and planning significant internal expansion over the next several years. The company offers substantial opportunities for internal growth and career development as the workforce increases from a small team to a much larger operation. Once hired directly, you can access comprehensive benefits and a 401(k) plan, supporting both your professional and financial future. The culture emphasizes advancement from within, providing a clear path for motivated individuals to build long-term careers.

Work Environment

You will work in an open warehouse environment that requires standing for the entire shift and regularly lifting items weighing 30–40 lbs. The role involves frequent use of RF scanners, pick links, computers, and other warehouse tools to manage orders, verify products, and print shipping labels. The setting is fast-paced and accuracy-focused, with multiple verification steps built into the workflow. Typical attire includes jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes, providing a comfortable and practical dress code suited to active warehouse work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Mankato, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Mankato, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.