Order Picker/packer

Job Title: Order Picker

Job Description

This role focuses on accurately verifying and preparing customer orders before they are sent to shipping. You will handle physical products, perform detailed quality checks, and use warehouse technology to ensure every order is correct in type, quantity, and documentation. The position requires consistent attention to detail, regular lifting, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Take picked orders and carefully check them for errors to ensure accuracy before they are sent to shipping.

• Perform quality inspections of products, identifying and correcting any mistakes before orders are finalized.

• Lift and move items weighing approximately 30–40 pounds throughout the workday.

• Assist with order picking as needed to support overall warehouse operations.

• Use RF scanners and pick links to upload and maintain accurate documentation for each order.

• Verify all orders multiple times during the process to ensure 100% accuracy in product type and quantity.

• Review bulk orders and break them down into smaller orders by location to meet specific shipping requirements.

• Use work orders to verify that the correct products and quantities are selected for each order.

• Count individual items, such as pairs of socks, to confirm accurate quantities for every order.

• Use computers to enter order data, update records, and print shipping labels for outgoing orders.

• Maintain inventory accuracy by following established procedures for product verification and documentation.

• Support general warehouse tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly.

Essential Skills

• Experience with order picking, packing, and warehouse operations.

• Proficiency in using RF scanners for product verification and documentation.

• Ability to perform accurate product verification and quality inspection throughout the order process.

• Comfort with general labor tasks, including standing for the entire shift and lifting 30–40 pounds repeatedly.

• Basic computer skills to enter data and print shipping labels.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure 100% accuracy in product type and quantity.

• Ability to work efficiently in an open warehouse environment and follow established work orders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in inventory control or warehouse packing.

• Interest in future leadership opportunities within a growing organization.

• Willingness to discuss education, work history, and long-term career goals during the interview process.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly growing organization that is newly established in the Mankato area and actively expanding its workforce. The company offers significant internal growth opportunities, with plans to grow from a small team to a much larger operation in a short period of time. Once you transition to a permanent role, you can access strong benefits and a 401(k) plan. You will work in an environment that values long-term career development and encourages employees to share their goals, interests, and what they are looking for from an employer.

Work Environment

You will work in an open warehouse environment where you stand for the entire shift and perform hands-on tasks. The role involves frequent lifting of 30–40 pounds and working with RF scanners, pick links, and computers to manage orders and documentation. The dress code is casual and practical, typically jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes, suitable for an active warehouse setting.

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 Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.