Warehouse Picker

Job Title: Warehouse Picker
Job Description
The Warehouse Picker plays a key role in ensuring accurate and efficient order fulfillment in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This position focuses on picking parts according to computer-generated pick lists and paperwork, inspecting components for quality, and maintaining precise records. The role is highly repetitive, requires strong attention to detail, and involves close collaboration with a small, experienced team on a daytime shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Responsibilities

• Pick parts correctly in a warehouse environment, following established procedures and standards.
• Use the computer system and tablet to read pick lists, part numbers, and location IDs.
• Identify various nuts, bolts, screws, washers, and other components by part number.
• Locate and retrieve components from designated warehouse locations using information from the computer system.
• Complete picking tasks accurately and efficiently to meet time standards for each order.
• Visually inspect components for quality defects while picking and ensure only acceptable parts are selected.
• Count and verify the correct quantities of components for each pick to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Complete all required paperwork and labels documenting what was picked and in what quantities.
• Use the computer system to log entries, update order status, and record completed tasks.
• Perform repetitive picking and handling tasks throughout the shift while maintaining consistent accuracy.
• Stand and move on your feet for the majority of the workday in a warehouse setting.
• Use basic math skills to verify counts, quantities, and order information.
• Maintain strong attention to detail when reading part numbers, labels, and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to coordinate picking activities and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships within a small team of pickers and the broader warehouse staff.
• Operate manual material handling equipment such as hand trucks and pallet jacks to move parts and orders.
• Follow all company policies, including safety, anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, and timekeeping policies.
• Adhere to established warehouse organization and structured daily workflows to keep picking operations running smoothly.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency using a tablet and basic computer systems to read pick lists, part numbers, and location IDs.
• Ability to read and write in English to interpret instructions, labels, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail for accurately identifying parts, verifying quantities, and spotting quality defects.
• Basic math skills to count components and confirm order quantities.
• Good eyesight to see defects and clearly read part numbers, labels, and information on screens and paperwork.
• Ability to stand on your feet and perform repetitive tasks for an entire shift in a warehouse environment.
• Capability to perform occasional heavy lifting as required by picking tasks.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with a small team of pickers, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Comfort working in a structured, organized environment with defined time standards and performance expectations.
• Willingness to follow and uphold company policies related to safety, conduct, and timekeeping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Warehouse experience is helpful but not required; training is provided for candidates with the right aptitude.
• Experience using RF scanners, tablets, or similar handheld devices in a work setting is an advantage.
• General computer skills, including navigating basic software and data entry, are beneficial.
• Ability to use hand trucks and pallet jacks safely to move materials around the warehouse.
• Organized work style suited to a structured day and defined workflow.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility in meeting time standards and productivity goals.
• Interest in long-term growth within operations, with potential future opportunities in areas such as production, customer service, or leadership roles.
• No forklift experience required for this role.

Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy a stable, full-time role in a growing organization with a fast paced, collaborative workplace culture. Comprehensive benefits include employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, seven paid holidays, additional paid parental leave, and a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match. Team members benefit from quarterly catered lunches, product discounts, and recognition programs that can even lead to patents for innovative ideas. The company fosters transparency with leadership present on site, shares regular updates through a company newsletter, and offers significant opportunities for advancement, including potential moves into new facilities and leadership positions. A diverse workforce and long-tenured employees reflect a culture where people feel supported, stay, and grow over time.
Work Environment
The role is based in a South Seattle warehouse operating a daytime shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. You will work as part of a small team of 3-4 pickers with strong tenure, in a structured and organized environment where daily tasks and time standards are clearly defined. Work involves standing for most of the day, performing repetitive picking tasks, and occasionally lifting heavier items. The warehouse uses computer systems, tablets, and RF scanners to manage pick lists and inventory, along with manual material handling equipment such as hand trucks and pallet jacks. The facility supports a fast paced culture, with regular onsite leadership presence and open communication. Employees receive full benefits options, quarterly catered lunches, and participate in a workplace where innovation is encouraged and recognized. The environment offers room for growth into other departments such as sales, production, and customer service, as well as potential opportunities at future sites.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.30 - $21.30/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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 | 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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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