Order Picker

Order Picker

This role focuses on accurately picking and moving a wide variety of products using RF scanners and material handling equipment in a high-volume warehouse environment. You will work on a busy second shift, support shipping and staging operations, and play a key part in maintaining efficient inventory flow while meeting daily productivity targets.

Responsibilities

• Use an RF scanner to locate, pick, and verify products according to order requirements.
• Move picked products to designated shipping and staging areas using a push cart, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Handle a wide range of items, including cases of water bottles, metal housing for PLCs, and computer or electronic parts, ensuring accuracy and care with each order.
• Achieve an initial productivity target of approximately 100 lines picked per shift, increasing to 150175 lines as proficiency improves.
• Follow established picking, packing, inventory, and shipping procedures to maintain accuracy and organization.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and team members regarding order issues, inventory discrepancies, or equipment needs.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and a positive attitude to support consistent warehouse operations.
• Participate in training to learn safe and effective operation of pallet jacks and forklifts, and apply those skills in daily work.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines while walking aisles, lifting products, and operating equipment throughout the shift.
• Support inventory control by handling products carefully and reporting any damaged or misplaced items.

Essential Skills

• Experience with RF scanners for order picking or a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to use or learn to use pallet jacks and forklifts safely and effectively.
• Experience in picking, packing, inventory, or shipping in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Consistent attendance and strong reliability in meeting scheduled shifts.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks and equipment.
• Clear and professional communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to walk up and down warehouse aisles for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed during picking and material handling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a forklift or pallet jack is a strong plus.
• Prior experience in a high-volume warehouse environment handling a large number of SKUs.
• Comfort working with a wide variety of products, including beverages, metal components, and electronic parts.
• Interest in long-term employment and growing into new roles and responsibilities over time.

Why Work Here?

You will join a busy, growing, family-owned organization that values long-term careers and internal advancement. Many team members have progressed from entry-level warehouse roles into leadership, sales, customer service, and other positions, creating clear opportunities for career growth. The workplace offers the stability and support of a union environment, along with a strong benefits package once you become a permanent employee, including two weeks of paid vacation, five days of personal time, ten paid holidays, a 401(k) match up to 4.5%, an HSA, and employer-paid health care premiums up to 82100%. The culture emphasizes growth, reliability, and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for building a lasting career.

Work Environment

This position is on second shift, typically from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with current mandatory overtime extending the shift until approximately 10:00 p.m. The role is based in a large warehouse of about 125,000 square feet, where you will walk aisles for the majority of your shift and frequently handle products weighing up to 50 pounds. You will use RF scanners, push carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts to move and organize inventory in a busy, high-volume setting. The environment is fast-paced and production-driven, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and consistent workflow throughout the shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Saint Louis, MO.

Application Deadline

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