What does a Warehouse Associate / Picker do overseas?

Typical responsibilities

• Pick items from locations according to orders
• Check quantities and quality
• Move goods to packing or dispatch areas
• Keep aisles and workstations tidy
• Follow safety rules

What employers usually look for

• Attention to detail
• Ability to lift and move goods
• Reliable and punctual

Typical experience

0-1 year in a warehouse

Helpful extras

• Handheld-scanner experience
• Basic English

Physical demands

Walking, lifting and standing for long shifts.

Licences and certification

Check destination requirements for any licence, trade test or medical clearance.

A typical day

You receive pick lists, find the items, check them against the list and place them on a pallet or in a tote. You keep your area tidy, report shortages and meet accuracy and speed targets.

Questions you may be asked

Employers and recruiters often ask questions like these. There is no single right answer: be honest, give a real example from your own work and say plainly when you have not done something yet.

• How do you avoid picking the wrong item?
• How do you work safely around forklifts?
• How do you handle a stock shortage?

Staying safe on the job

Lift correctly, use equipment as trained and keep aisles clear.

Where this role can lead

Pickers can progress to forklift operator, team leader or inventory roles.

How EMIGRATLY works with this role

This page describes the role in general. Duties, pay and requirements are set by each employer and differ between destinations. EMIGRATLY is not a job board: after you register, a dedicated specialist reviews your profile and matches you against the exclusive employer contracts we hold, including ones that are not listed publicly.