Picking Worker (Warehouse, Wholesale/Retail Stores)
ぴっきんぐさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Material Handling, Cleaning, Packaging, and Sorting Occupations
- Middle : Sorting and Picking Workers
- Minor : Picking Workers
Summary
A job in warehouses, wholesale and retail stores, etc., where goods are selected from designated locations based on inbound/outbound instructions, and packaging or shipment preparation is performed.
Description
Picking workers in warehouses or wholesale/retail stores pick up products from designated shelves or pallets according to orders or shipping instructions, and perform packaging and shipping preparations. Using barcode scanners or handy terminals, they work accurately and efficiently in coordination with inventory management systems. During peak periods, a large number of products must be processed in a short time, and work is performed in teams while paying attention to safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the e-commerce market, demand for warehouse operations continues to increase steadily, and labor shortages are expected to persist. On the other hand, as the introduction of automation and robotics advances, the acquisition of skills and knowledge for efficiency improvements will be required.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Picking Worker → Leader/Section Chief → Site Supervisor (Supervisor) → Warehouse Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Handy Terminal Operation / Inventory Management System Operation / Packaging/Shipping Assistance / Picking List Reading
Recommended Skills
Forklift Driving / Safety and Hygiene Management / Warehouse Management System Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mispicking leads to shipping troubles. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and transporting loads. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The basic work follows existing instructions and procedures, with few opportunities for creative thinking. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | After acquiring basic work procedures, there are no major changes. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity management is involved, but complex mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning is minimal since it follows the given work procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Picking Staff
- Warehouse Worker
Related Jobs
- Forklift Worker
- Logistics Manager
- Shipping/Receiving Worker
- Sorting Worker