Order Picker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Order Picker
Job Description

As an Order Picker, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient processing of products on the conveyor line. You will be responsible for lifting up to 50lbs, walking stairs to various levels, assembling and repairing boxes, and handling materials using inventory technology.

Responsibilities

• Determine product count on conveyor line using screens.
• Lift and move boxes weighing up to 50lbs onto the conveyor belt.
• Walk stairs to access various levels of the facility.
• Assemble and repair damaged boxes.
• Utilize RF scanners for inventory management.
• Communicate with the team via walkie-talkie for product requests.
• Notify the warehouse when a line is finished.
• Carefully handle products to meet quality standards.

• Order picking and loading experience.
• Material handling skills.
• Experience with RF scanners and inventory management.
• Ability to lift and move boxes up to 50lbs.
• Effective communication skills with team members.

• Experience working on a pick line.
• Knowledge of packing and shipping processes.

Joining our team offers the opportunity to become a permanent employee based on your performance and attendance. As a union company, we provide union benefits and support. You will receive on-site training specific to your job responsibilities and have access to a 'spice room' where you can fill a grocery bag with spices once a month for a nominal fee. Additionally, after one year of service, you will receive a 10% pay increase.

Work Environment

Our manufacturing plant environment involves working around moving mechanical parts and motorized vehicles, with exposure to airborne spice particles. Employees typically acclimate to the strong spice aroma within a week. We offer three shifts: 1st (7:00am - 3:00pm), 2nd (3:00pm - 11:00pm), and 3rd (11:00pm - 7:00am).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ankeny, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Ankeny,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

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 | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.