Picker Packer
Company
Walmart
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Talent.com
Job Description
• *Job Title: Picker/Packer**
• *Job Summary:**
As a Picker/Packer at Walmart, you will play a critical role in the fulfillment process by accurately selecting and packing merchandise for shipping to customers or Walmart stores. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will use handheld devices and picking equipment to locate, retrieve, and package items according to customer orders or store requirements. Your attention to detail, efficiency, and commitment to quality will ensure that orders are fulfilled accurately and promptly, contributing to Walmart's reputation for exceptional service and customer satisfaction.
• *Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Order Picking:**
- Use handheld devices or picking lists to locate and select merchandise from designated storage locations within the warehouse.
- Navigate through aisles and storage racks to retrieve items efficiently, ensuring accuracy and completeness of each order.
- Verify product details, quantities, and quality before packing to ensure customer satisfaction.
2. **Product Packaging:**
- Pack merchandise securely and appropriately for shipping, using packaging materials such as boxes, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts.
- Label packages with shipping information, barcodes, and tracking numbers.
- Ensure that packages are sealed properly to prevent damage during transit.
3. **Quality Control:**
- Inspect merchandise for any defects, damages, or discrepancies before packing, and report any issues to supervisors.
- Follow quality control procedures to maintain high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Handle fragile or delicate items with care to prevent breakage or damage during packing and shipping.
4. **Inventory Management:**
- Update inventory records in the warehouse management system to reflect items picked and packed for shipment.
- Communicate any inventory discrepancies or shortages to supervisors for resolution.
- Assist in conducting regular cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accurate inventory levels.
5. **Safety and Compliance:**
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries in the warehouse.
- Operate picking equipment and machinery safely and responsibly.
- Follow company policies and procedures regarding workplace safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
6. **Team Collaboration:**
- Work collaboratively with other warehouse associates and team members to achieve daily picking and packing targets.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and managers to coordinate tasks, resolve issues, and ensure efficient workflow.
• *Qualifications:**
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in warehouse operations, order picking, or packing is advantageous.
- Familiarity with handheld devices and warehouse management systems is desirable.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and maneuver bulky items using appropriate equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in picking and packing merchandise.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• *Physical Requirements:**
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and maneuver bulky items using appropriate equipment.
- Physical agility to bend, stoop, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• *Working Conditions:**
- Warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.
- Use of warehouse equipment and machinery, including picking devices and packing stations.
- Interaction with team members, supervisors, and delivery personnel throughout the shift.
• *Conclusion:**
As a Picker/Packer at Walmart, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and efficient fulfillment of customer orders. Your contributions will directly impact the speed and accuracy of order processing, ultimately enhancing the customer experience. If you are detail-oriented, physically capable, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of the Walmart team.
• *Job Summary:**
As a Picker/Packer at Walmart, you will play a critical role in the fulfillment process by accurately selecting and packing merchandise for shipping to customers or Walmart stores. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will use handheld devices and picking equipment to locate, retrieve, and package items according to customer orders or store requirements. Your attention to detail, efficiency, and commitment to quality will ensure that orders are fulfilled accurately and promptly, contributing to Walmart's reputation for exceptional service and customer satisfaction.
• *Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Order Picking:**
- Use handheld devices or picking lists to locate and select merchandise from designated storage locations within the warehouse.
- Navigate through aisles and storage racks to retrieve items efficiently, ensuring accuracy and completeness of each order.
- Verify product details, quantities, and quality before packing to ensure customer satisfaction.
2. **Product Packaging:**
- Pack merchandise securely and appropriately for shipping, using packaging materials such as boxes, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts.
- Label packages with shipping information, barcodes, and tracking numbers.
- Ensure that packages are sealed properly to prevent damage during transit.
3. **Quality Control:**
- Inspect merchandise for any defects, damages, or discrepancies before packing, and report any issues to supervisors.
- Follow quality control procedures to maintain high standards of product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Handle fragile or delicate items with care to prevent breakage or damage during packing and shipping.
4. **Inventory Management:**
- Update inventory records in the warehouse management system to reflect items picked and packed for shipment.
- Communicate any inventory discrepancies or shortages to supervisors for resolution.
- Assist in conducting regular cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accurate inventory levels.
5. **Safety and Compliance:**
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries in the warehouse.
- Operate picking equipment and machinery safely and responsibly.
- Follow company policies and procedures regarding workplace safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
6. **Team Collaboration:**
- Work collaboratively with other warehouse associates and team members to achieve daily picking and packing targets.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and managers to coordinate tasks, resolve issues, and ensure efficient workflow.
• *Qualifications:**
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in warehouse operations, order picking, or packing is advantageous.
- Familiarity with handheld devices and warehouse management systems is desirable.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and maneuver bulky items using appropriate equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in picking and packing merchandise.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• *Physical Requirements:**
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and maneuver bulky items using appropriate equipment.
- Physical agility to bend, stoop, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• *Working Conditions:**
- Warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.
- Use of warehouse equipment and machinery, including picking devices and packing stations.
- Interaction with team members, supervisors, and delivery personnel throughout the shift.
• *Conclusion:**
As a Picker/Packer at Walmart, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and efficient fulfillment of customer orders. Your contributions will directly impact the speed and accuracy of order processing, ultimately enhancing the customer experience. If you are detail-oriented, physically capable, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of the Walmart team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
