Order Picker Jobs
Order Picker jobs are open across warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, and food distribution, from entry-level to lead picker, with specializations in RF scanning, batch picking, and cold-storage operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Help customers shop, locate products, and provide them with solutions
- Provide a fast and friendly checkout experience; execute cash handling to standards
- Engage customers on the benefits of the Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments
- Educate customers on the Voice of Customer (VOC) survey
- Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS)
- Participate in the truck unload, stocking, and planogram (POGs) processes
- Responsible to complete merchandise recovery and maintenance including the merchandise return / go back process and general store recovery to ensure a well-merchandised and in-stock store
- Perform Store In Stock Optimization (SISO) and AD set duties as assigned
- Support shrink and safety programs
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards
- Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promote commitment to the organization's vision and values; project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members
- Cross trained in Custom Framing selling and production
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
- Retail and/or customer service experience preferred
Physical Requirements
Work Environment
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
- Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
- If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
Michaels requires all team members in this role to be at least sixteen (16) years or older.At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
- Help customers shop, locate products, and provide them with solutions
- Provide a fast and friendly checkout experience; execute cash handling to standards
- Engage customers on the benefits of the Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments
- Educate customers on the Voice of Customer (VOC) survey
- Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS)
- Participate in the truck unload, stocking, and planogram (POGs) processes
- Responsible to complete merchandise recovery and maintenance including the merchandise return / go back process and general store recovery to ensure a well-merchandised and in-stock store
- Perform Store In Stock Optimization (SISO) and AD set duties as assigned
- Support shrink and safety programs
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards
- Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promote commitment to the organization's vision and values; project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members
- Cross trained in Custom Framing selling and production
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
- Retail and/or customer service experience preferred
Physical Requirements
Work Environment
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
- Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
- If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
Michaels requires all team members in this role to be at least sixteen (16) years or older.At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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Who's Hiring
- Keurig Dr Pepper18
- Spec's Family Partners9
- Staples7
- Cintas5
- The Hillman3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in order picker jobs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift
- Experience using RF scanners or voice-pick technology in a warehouse environment
- Demonstrated pick accuracy rate meeting or exceeding employer productivity standards
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems and order fulfillment workflows
- Forklift or pallet jack certification or willingness to obtain it upon hire
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Tips for Your Order Picker Job Search
Highlight RF scanner experience clearly
Many order picker listings screen for RF scanning proficiency before interviews. List the specific scanner models you've used, your pick accuracy rate if you tracked it, and any voice-pick or batch-pick workflows you've handled.
Get your forklift certification current
Even for picking roles that don't require forklift operation daily, holding a current certification from an OSHA-compliant course moves your application ahead of candidates who list it as a future goal rather than a completed credential.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists order picker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target listings that name your warehouse system
Warehouse management systems vary by employer. If you have experience with a specific WMS, search for postings that name it. Applications that mirror the exact system terminology used in a listing convert at a higher rate than generic resumes.
Prepare for a pick-rate and accuracy walkthrough
Interviewers for order picker roles frequently ask you to walk through how you maintained pick-rate targets and handled mis-picks. Have a specific example ready that covers the volume you worked, the error, and how you corrected it.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Order picker compensation often includes overnight, weekend, or cold-storage differentials that aren't listed upfront. After an offer, ask specifically about shift premiums for the schedule you'd work before accepting.
Order Picker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most order pickers?
The most active employers for order pickers right now are Keurig Dr Pepper, Spec's Family Partners, and Staples, and the most openings are in Texas, Tennessee, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. High-volume e-commerce and third-party logistics companies tend to post the most openings year-round.
How many order picker jobs are remote?
About 0% of order picker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most picking roles. The small remote share is concentrated in inventory coordination, order management, or quality review positions that support warehouse operations rather than perform physical picking.
How do you become an order picker?
To become an order picker, start by applying to entry-level warehouse positions that include on-the-job training for RF scanners and pick workflows. Complete any employer-required forklift or pallet jack certification during onboarding. Build your pick accuracy and rate metrics over your first few months, then use those numbers to move into higher-volume or specialized cold-storage roles.
How do you get hired as an order picker with little or no experience?
Apply to seasonal fulfillment roles at large distribution centers, which routinely hire candidates with no prior warehouse experience and train them on-site. Emphasize physical stamina, reliability, and any experience in fast-paced environments like retail stocking or food service. Obtaining a free or low-cost pallet jack safety course before you apply also signals readiness to employers.
What does the order picker interview process look like?
Most order picker interviews involve a brief phone or in-person screen covering your availability, lifting capacity, and any warehouse experience, followed by a facility walkthrough or working interview where you demonstrate scanning and picking technique. Some employers administer a drug screening and background check before extending a formal offer. The full process typically takes only a few days.
Where can I find and apply to order picker jobs?
You can find and apply to order picker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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