Warehouse Associate

Now Hiring: Warehouse Order Picker

Location: Lacey, WA | Industry: Warehousing & Distribution

Employment Type: Temporary Through End of Year | Potential Evaluation-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 7:00 AM Until Work Is Complete (Typically No Later Than 5:30 PM) Friday | 7:00 AM–12:00 PM

Pay: $25.00/hr | Pay Increase Upon Permanent Hire

About the Job

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with an established warehouse and distribution company in Lacey, WA, to hire a dependable and hardworking Warehouse Order Picker to join their team.

This is a temporary position expected to last through the end of the year, with the possibility of transitioning into an Evaluation-to-Hire opportunity for the right candidate.

In this role, you will be responsible for accurately picking and preparing orders in a warehouse that includes dry goods, refrigerated storage, and freezer areas. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in different temperature environments, enjoys staying active throughout the day, and takes pride in completing orders accurately and efficiently.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday beginning at 7:00 AM and ending when the day's work is complete, which could be as late as 5:30 PM or earlier depending on workload. Fridays are scheduled from 7:00 AM to noon.

This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse experience who is looking for consistent work, competitive pay, and the potential for long-term employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pick and prepare customer orders accurately in a warehouse and distribution environment
• Work in dry goods, refrigerated, and freezer storage areas throughout the shift
• Locate products and verify correct items and quantities for each order
• Organize and prepare picked products for shipment or distribution
• Safely move and handle warehouse inventory while preventing product damage
• Maintain accuracy and efficiency while completing assigned orders
• Use warehouse equipment and follow established picking and inventory procedures
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures, including those related to refrigerated and freezer environments
• Work collaboratively with warehouse team members to complete daily orders
• Remain flexible with end times based on daily order volume and workload

What You Bring:

• Previous warehouse, distribution, or order-picking experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to work in refrigerated and freezer environments throughout the workday
• Experience using an RF scan gun or handheld inventory scanner preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately pick customer orders
• Comfortable performing physical warehouse work and staying active throughout the shift
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and following safety procedures
• Strong attendance, punctuality, and dependability
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
• Flexibility to work until daily orders are complete, including longer shifts when necessary
• Interest in a potential long-term opportunity with the company

Why Express?

Express Employment Professionals connects talented people with top local companies and organizations. As an Express associate, you'll also be eligible for:

• Medical coverage that meets ACA requirements
• Washington Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay (after 500 hours and an average of 35 hours/week)