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Warehouse Worker

Logistics & Transportation

You'll pick, pack, and ship orders in a building the size of several football fields. It's physical, repetitive, and fast-paced — especially during the holiday season when the conveyor belts never stop. Comfortable shoes are non-negotiable.

Salary Range

Low

$28k

Median

$37k

High

$50k

10-Year Growth

3%

US Workers

3.1M

Education

None required (forklift certification helps)

Environment

indoor

Tools & Technical Skills

  • Forklift & pallet jack operation
  • Warehouse management systems (WMS)
  • Barcode & RF scanner operation
  • Inventory management procedures
  • Pick, pack & ship workflows
  • OSHA safety regulations
  • Order management software

People & Mindset Skills

  • Physical stamina
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability

What you'll actually do

  • 01Pick and pack orders from warehouse shelves
  • 02Operate forklifts and pallet jacks
  • 03Receive incoming shipments and verify inventory
  • 04Scan barcodes and update warehouse management systems
  • 05Meet daily quotas that somehow keep going up every quarter
  • 06Maintain organized and clean warehouse zones
  • 07Walk 10+ miles per shift without realizing it

Career Path

Where this role sits in the bigger picture — and where it can take you.