Warehouse Field Worker
そうこげんばいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that performs cargo handling operations such as inbound and outbound of goods, inspection, picking, and packing in warehouses, responsible for inventory management and smooth logistics.
Description
Warehouse field workers perform inspection and sorting of inbound goods, shelving, picking based on customer orders, packing, and outbound preparation. Work is done manually and using forklifts or conveyor equipment, requiring accurate inventory control and improved operational efficiency. Teamwork is essential, with shift or rotating schedules common depending on busy periods. In recent years, with the adoption of WMS (Warehouse Management System) and the spread of automation technologies, skills in system and machinery operation are increasingly required.
Future Outlook
Demand for warehouse work will remain stable in the medium to long term due to EC market expansion and global logistics growth. Advances in robotics and automation will make machine operation and system comprehension skills increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Agency worker / Contract employee / Full-time employee / Shift
Career Path
Warehouse worker → Team leader → Warehouse manager → Logistics manager → Logistics planning position
Required Skills
Cargo handling / Forklift driving / Inbound/outbound management / Inspection / Packaging and packing / Picking
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Communication skills (team) / Inventory management system (WMS)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mispicking or inspection errors directly lead to logistics issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and handling heavy loads. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work progresses through cooperation among multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Little complex analytical work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures; creativity not required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Centered on routine tasks with little advanced learning. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No need for advanced numerical processing. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift operator training course
Aliases
- Picking worker
- Shipping and receiving worker
- Warehouse worker
Related Jobs
- Delivery driver
- Forklift operator
- Inventory manager
- Logistics operator