Cargo Sorter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Sorting Workers
Summary
Workers who sort cargo delivered to logistics centers or warehouses by transport destination or type and distribute it to the next process or delivery destination.
Description
Cargo sorters classify and sort cargo delivered to warehouses or logistics centers by shipping destination or type. They check delivery note information using handheld terminals or barcode readers and load/unload onto pallets or shelves. The work consists mainly of routine tasks, requiring high attention and physical stamina. Team cooperation is essential, and some sites operate on shifts including night shifts. Although automation equipment is being introduced in recent years, manual work is still needed for detailed sorting and emergency responses.
Future Outlook
While automation and robotization are advancing in logistics sites, detailed sorting and emergency responses will continue to require human labor. Stable employment opportunities can be expected by acquiring skills to collaborate with automation equipment and operate machinery.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / Meticulous / Physically strong
Work Style
Contract employee / Full-time employee / Night shifts / Part-time/temp / Shifts
Career Path
Sorting operation staff → Team leader → Site manager → Warehouse manager → Logistics manager
Required Skills
Basic PC operation / Cargo loading and unloading / Delivery note confirmation / Handheld terminal operation
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Basic safety and health knowledge / Communication skills (basic English) / Inventory management system (WMS)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate sorting directly affects quality and subsequent processes. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires enduring long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because multiple people must collaborate to efficiently advance the work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work centers on routine tasks following manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operation skills training completion
Aliases
- Cargo sorting worker
- Picking worker
- Sorting worker
Related Jobs
- Cargo handling worker
- Logistics center worker
- Picking worker
- Warehouse worker