Warehouse Operator (Picking)
こうないさぎょういん（ぴっきんぐ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Picking Workers
Summary
Job involving picking products within a warehouse. Collect goods from designated locations according to stock-in and stock-out requests and pass them to the next process.
Description
In the warehouse, based on shipping instructions, retrieve products from designated shelves using a picking list, perform inspection using a handheld terminal or barcode scanner, and pass them to the next process. Work efficiency and accuracy are required, and tasks are carried out safely in coordination with other staff, forklift operators, and packaging personnel. May involve handling heavy items and prolonged standing work.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing with the expansion of the e-commerce market. While automation and robot adoption improve work efficiency, there remains a need for precise manual picking.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands and skilled in detailed tasks / High concentration / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched / Full-time / Part-time / Shift
Career Path
Warehouse Operations Staff → Team Leader → Warehouse Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Barcode Reading / Basic PC Operation / Handheld Terminal Operation / Inventory Management System Operation
Recommended Skills
Flow Line Design / Forklift Driving Skills / Heavy Object Handling / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accurate work is essential to prevent product mis-shipments. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, with emphasis on procedure adherence over creativity. |
Aliases
- Picking Staff
- Warehouse Worker
Related Jobs
- Forklift Operator
- Logistics Manager
- Packaging Worker