Warehouse Worker Labourers in Mining, Construction & Transport
SaveWhat Does a Warehouse Worker Do?
Warehouse workers execute the accurate handling, packing and storage of materials in a warehouse. They receive goods, label them, check quality, store the goods and document any damage. Warehouse workers also monitor stock levels of items, keep inventory and ship goods.
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Where Do I Start?
Goods Transported From Warehouse Facilities
Know the goods transported from warehouse facilities. Understand the legal and safety requirements of goods, the hazards that materials may represent; provide solutions and appropriate direction for the handling of goods.
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Skills You Need to Become a Warehouse Worker
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialGoods Transported From Warehouse Facilities knowledge
Know the goods transported from warehouse facilities. Understand the legal and safety requirements of goods, the hazards that materials may represent; provide solutions and appropriate direction for the handling of …
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EssentialProducts Coding System knowledge
Packaging codes and markings required to implement proper handling procedures for goods.
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EssentialTypes Of Packaging Used In Industrial Shipments knowledge
Know various types of packaging materials used for industrial shipments, according to the type of goods to be shipped. Comply with regulations on packaging of goods.
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EssentialClean Industrial Containers skill
Clean industrial containers and prepare them according to specific requirements.
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EssentialControl Of Expenses skill
Monitoring and maintaining effective cost controls, in regards to efficiencies, waste, overtime and staffing. Assessing excesses and strives for efficiency and productivity.
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EssentialFollow Verbal Instructions skill
Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
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EssentialHave Computer Literacy skill
Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.
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EssentialHave Spatial Awareness skill
Be aware of your position and the space around you. Understand the relationship of objects around you when there is a change of position.
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EssentialLift Heavy Weights skill
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
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EssentialMonitor Stock Level skill
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
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EssentialOperate Weighing Machine skill
Work with a weighing machine to measure raw, half-finished and finished products.
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EssentialPerform Cleaning Duties skill
Perform cleaning duties such as waste removal, vacuuming, emptying bins, and general cleaning of the working area. Cleaning activities should follow health and safety regulations if required.
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EssentialSecure Goods According To Work Orders skill
Fasten bands around stacks or articles, prior to shipment or storage.
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EssentialSort Waste skill
Manually or automatically sort waste by separating it into its different elements.
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EssentialStay Alert skill
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EssentialUse Different Communication Channels skill
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
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EssentialUse Rigging Tools skill
Employ rigging tools such as cables, ropes, pulleys and winches to safely secure high structures.
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EssentialApply Techniques For Stacking Goods Into Containers skill
Apply techniques required to stack materials into containers. Use techniques to maximise the space in containers.
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EssentialAssist In The Movement Of Heavy Loads skill
Provide assistance in the relocation of heavy loads; set up and operate a rigging system of ropes and cables in order to move heavy cargo.
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EssentialCheck For Damaged Items skill
Identify products that have been damaged and report the situation.
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EssentialDispatch Order Processing skill
Pack and deliver the packed goods to a shipping carrier.
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EssentialFollow Stock Control Instructions skill
Stack items according to the stock control instructions received.
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EssentialHandle Paperwork Related To Warehouse Stock skill
Deal with good's notes right after stock delivery; keep stock record up-to-date; prepare and make up invoices.
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EssentialHandle Shipment Paperwork skill
Handle paperwork containing information on shipments and attached to goods about to be shipped. Ensure that identification information is complete, visible, and in compliance with all regulations. Check labels showing …
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EssentialIdentify Damaged Goods Before Shipment skill
Identify damaged goods before packaging and shipping following established procedures.
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EssentialImplement Efficiency Plans For Logistics Operations skill
Implement efficiency plans developed by managers in facilities. Use techniques, resources, and training in order to improve workplace efficiency.
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EssentialLoad Pallets skill
Ability to load and unload pallets on vehicles in a safe way.
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EssentialLoad Products For Dispatch skill
Load goods appropriately so that they can be sent safely to the receiver.
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EssentialMaintain Physical Condition Of Warehouse skill
Develop and Implement new warehouse layouts in order to maintain facilities in good working order; issue work orders for repair and replacement operations.
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EssentialMaintain Stock Control Systems skill
Keep stock control systems up to date and ensure inventory accuracy.
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EssentialManage Warehouse Inventory skill
Manage warehouse inventory and control storage and movement of warehouse goods. Monitor transactions such as shipping, receiving and putaway.
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EssentialMatch Goods With Appropriate Packaging According To Security Procedures skill
Relate goods to be packed with the required security equipment following appropriate security procedures.
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EssentialOperate Package Processing Equipment skill
Operate electric package processing equipment and control systems.
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EssentialOperate Warehouse Materials skill
Be able to operate pallet jack and similar motorised warehouse equipment, for loading and storage purposes.
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EssentialOperate Warehouse Record Systems skill
Operate systems for recording product, packaging, and order information in specific formats and types of record.
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EssentialPick Orders For Dispatching skill
Pick orders in warehouses destined for dispatching, ensuring that correct numbers and types of goods are loaded and dispatched. Tag and mark product items as requested.
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EssentialReceive Goods skill
Control documentation, unloading and booking of goods with which the receipt from a vendor or from production is posted.
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EssentialStack Goods skill
Stack goods and manufactured products into containers without special treatment or procedure.
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EssentialUse Warehouse Marking Tools skill
Label containers and container tags or products; use warehouse marking and labelling tools.
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OptionalPackaging Engineering knowledge
The processes of packaging or protecting products for distribution, storage and sale.
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OptionalFreight Transport Methods knowledge
Understand different modalities of transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport. Specialise in one of the modalities and possess a deeper knowledge of the details and procedures of …
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OptionalProduct Package Requirements knowledge
Understand product package requirements to prepare or select materials for packaging purposes.
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OptionalSafety Regulations For Warehouses knowledge
The body of warehouse safety procedures and regulations to prevent incidents and hazards. Follow safety regulations and inspect equipment.
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OptionalAdapt To Changing Situations skill
Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.
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OptionalAnalyse Packaging Requirements skill
Analyses packaging requirement against the design of the production plan. Perform the analysis considering engineering, economic, ergonomic, and other perspectives.
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OptionalApply Transportation Management Concepts skill
Apply transport industry management concepts in order to improve transportation processes, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve schedule preparation.
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OptionalCooperate With Colleagues skill
Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.
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OptionalFollow Written Instructions skill
Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.
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OptionalHandle Customer Complaints skill
Administer complaints and negative feedback from customers in order to address concerns and where applicable provide a quick service recovery.
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OptionalMonitor Packaging Operations skill
Observe and supervise the packaging operations undertaken by the workers for compliance to production requirements. Check products for proper packaging such as labelling and date coding in order to ensure …
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OptionalTend Packaging Machines skill
Tend packaging machines such as filling, labelling, and sealing machines. Stock and sort products to be processed according to specifications. Replenish packaging supplies as required, such as boxes, cartons, wrapping …
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OptionalWork In A Logistics Team skill
Ability to work confidently within a logistics team, with each member of the team fulfilling a role designed to increase the efficiency of the whole.
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OptionalApply Procedures To Ensure Cargo Complies With Customs Regulations skill
Apply the different procedures required to meet customs obligations when transporting goods across borders and arriving via ports/airports or any other logistics hub, such as producing written customs declarations. Apply …
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OptionalAssemble Goods skill
Assemble goods coming from in manufacturing processes or in removing activities.
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OptionalCarry Out Ship-To-Shore Operations skill
Operate ship-to-shore radios and perform processes to exchange information required for vessel operations.
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OptionalClean Warehouse skill
Maintain the work area of the warehouse in an organised and clean manner.
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OptionalEnsure Quality Control In Packaging skill
Implement and monitor activities so that all requirements of packing procedures and packing standards are met at all times.
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OptionalHandle Fragile Items skill
Use different specialised handling for products that are delicate and tend to be broken or damaged easily.
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OptionalHandle Returns skill
Manage goods that have been returned by customers, following the applicable goods return policy.
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OptionalManage A Warehouse Management System skill
Use software in order to store materials within a warehouse; storing operations include shipping, receiving and picking.
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OptionalManage Packaging Material skill
Managing all packaging materials be they primary (wrapping, cans, bottles) or secondary (cartons, crates, pallets).
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OptionalOrganise Information skill
Arrange information according to a specified set of rules. Catalogue and classify information based on the characteristics of that information.
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OptionalOversee Stock Quality Control skill
Check overall product quality prior to shipment.
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OptionalUse Barcode Scanning Equipment skill
Track the inventory by operating barcode scanning devices.
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