Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Warehouse Worker
Job Description

This role involves accurately picking orders in a large, fast-paced warehouse using an RF scanner and moving products to the shipping and staging areas with a push cart, pallet jack, or forklift. You will handle a wide variety of products and are expected to meet and improve upon daily picking targets as you become more comfortable with the processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Use an RF scanner to locate, pick, and confirm products for customer orders.
• Move products from storage locations to the shipping and staging areas using a push cart, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Handle a wide range of products, including cases of water bottles, metal housings for PLCs, and computer and electronic parts.
• Meet initial productivity expectations of approximately 100 picked lines per shift, increasing to 150–175 lines per shift as proficiency improves.
• Maintain accurate inventory handling by scanning items correctly and following established picking procedures.
• Follow all safety guidelines while operating material handling equipment and moving products throughout the warehouse.
• Support shipping operations by staging picked orders in the correct areas for processing and outbound shipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding order issues, inventory discrepancies, or equipment needs.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance, a positive attitude, and professional communication in daily work.
• Contribute to a clean and organized warehouse by keeping aisles, work areas, and equipment tidy.

Essential Skills

• Experience with order picking in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to use an RF scanner for order picking and inventory tasks.
• Capability to safely operate or learn to operate pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Ability to walk and stand for an entire shift in a large warehouse environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and willingness to commit to long-term employment.
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills with coworkers and supervisors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating forklifts or pallet jacks in a warehouse setting.
• Prior experience with picking, packing, inventory, and shipping tasks.
• Interest in long-term growth and advancement within a warehouse or distribution operation.
• Willingness to be trained on additional equipment and processes as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a busy, growing, family-owned organization that offers significant opportunities for long-term career development. Many team members have advanced from entry-level warehouse roles into leadership, sales, and customer service positions, reflecting a strong culture of internal promotion. The company operates under a union structure and, upon permanent hire, provides a competitive benefits package that includes two weeks of paid vacation, five days of personal time, ten paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with up to 4.5% match, a Health Savings Account (HSA), and substantial employer contributions toward health care premiums.

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 to approximately 10:00 p.m. The warehouse is large, around 125,000 square feet, and you will walk up and down aisles for most of your shift while handling products and fulfilling orders. You will use RF scanners, push carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts (with training provided if needed) to perform your work. The environment is active and fast-paced, with a strong focus on safety and productivity.

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 Apr 28, 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.

Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.