Picker Packer

Career Guide

A Picker Packer works in a warehouse or fulfillment center to find ordered items, prepare them for shipment, and help ensure customers receive the right products on time. The role is hands on, fast paced, and focused on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.

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Key Responsibilities

Pick items from shelves based on order lists
Verify item details such as size, color, and quantity
Pack items securely to prevent damage in transit
Label packages and prepare them for shipping pickup
Use handheld scanners to track inventory movement
Keep work areas clean and organized
Report missing, damaged, or incorrect items
Follow safety rules for lifting and equipment use
Meet daily productivity and accuracy goals
Support inventory counts and restocking when needed

Top Skills for Success

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Time Management

Teamwork

Clear Communication

Basic Math

Handheld Scanner Use

Order Picking

Packing

Labeling

Inventory Accuracy

Workplace Safety

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Inventory Associate Shipping Associate Receiving Associate Returns Associate

Quality Control Associate

Material Handler

Transition Opportunities

Team Lead Warehouse Supervisor Inventory Control Specialist Shipping Coordinator Dispatch Coordinator Logistics Coordinator

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Equipment OperationInventory SystemsQuality CheckingProcess ImprovementBasic Computer Skills

Development SuggestionsAsk to cross train in receiving, shipping, and inventory counts. Practice accuracy checks and learn how the warehouse tracking system works. Volunteer to help with problem solving tasks such as resolving missing items and fixing picking errors.

Market Intelligence Report

Picker Packer is part of the Warehousing category.Explore our market intelligence report to see how AI and hiring demand are shifting for these roles.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 28,000 to 35,000 per year

Mid LevelUSD 35,000 to 42,000 per year

Senior LevelUSD 42,000 to 52,000 per year

Growth Trend

Steady demand, driven by e commerce, retail distribution, and shipping volume. Hiring often increases during peak seasons.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

AmazonWalmartTargetFedExUPSDHLCostcoHome DepotKrogerIKEA

Industry Sectors

E commerceRetail distributionThird party logisticsParcel shippingFood distributionManufacturing

Recommended Next Steps

Create a resume that highlights accuracy, speed, and safety performance

Track measurable results such as pick rate and error rate

Learn the basics of handheld scanner workflows and labeling standards

Complete workplace safety training and follow safe lifting practices

Ask for cross training in shipping, receiving, and inventory control

Apply for Team Lead opportunities after building a record of reliability and accuracy