The logistics sector offers plenty of career opportunities for job seekers. At Charlie works, we’d love to help you find the right job that matches your talents and ambitions. In this blog we explain what the most common logistics jobs entail, such as order picker, warehouse assistant and forklift driver. In addition, we provide insight into the specific tasks and responsibilities of these roles and tell you why these positions offer so many opportunities.
Order picker: The driving force of the warehouse
As an order picker, you are responsible for picking products in a warehouse or distribution center. You often work with a hand scanner and ensure that orders are prepared for shipment correctly and on time. A good order picker works accurately and efficiently, with an eye for detail.
- Duties:
- Collect products using pick lists
- Checking orders for accuracy and completeness
- Packaging and labeling of goods
- Working with scanners and warehouse software
Advantage for you: As an order picker, you are always active, often work flexible shifts and can get started quickly, even without specific prior training!
Want to know more about an order picker’s job or salary? Then check out this blog by Charlie works for additional information.
Production worker: working in a dynamic environment
As a production worker, you play an important role in the production process. You work in a factory or production line and ensure that products are properly processed, checked and packaged. This can range from assembling parts to performing quality checks.
Duties:
- Processing and assembly of products
- Checking quality and finishing of finished products
- Packaging and labeling of goods
- Ensuring an efficient and safe workplace
Benefit to you: Working as a production worker offers a lot of structure and security. In many cases, no specific prior education is required, and there are plenty of opportunities to advance to positions such as team leader or machine operator.
Want to know more about a production worker’s job or salary? Then check out this blog.
Warehouse assistant: all-round talent in logistics
A warehouse worker has a versatile role in logistics. You perform a variety of tasks, from loading and unloading to managing inventory. You support the entire logistics process and are often physically active.
- Duties:
- Loading and unloading of trucks
- Checking incoming goods
- Maintaining inventory records
- Ensuring a neat and safe work environment
Benefit to you: This position offers a lot of variety and the chance to develop various skills, such as logistical understanding and cooperation with colleagues.
Want to read more about what work as a warehouse worker entails? Then check out this blog on the Charlie works website.
Forklift operator: safety and precision
As a forklift driver, you will be responsible for moving heavy goods within the warehouse. You work with different types of forklifts and make sure products get to the right place safely and efficiently.
- Duties:
- Operating the forklift
- Loading and unloading of pallets
- Filling shelves and moving products
- Maintaining the forklift
Benefit to you: With a forklift certificate, you can start work immediately at many companies, and often you can even obtain this certificate through your employer!
Read more about what it means to work as a forklift driver on this page from the Randstad.nl.
Getting started in logistics?
Ready to boost your logistics career? At Charlie works we have a wide range of logistics vacancies. Don’t wait any longer and discover today what opportunities are available to you. We would love to help you take that new step in your career!
