Order Picker and Packaging Associate (1st and 3rd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Full Benefits Package

Zero Candidate Fees

Shift Options: 1st & 3rd shifts

Direct deposit or pay card

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring for an Order Picker & Packaging Associate (1st & 3rd Shift) in St. Charles County, MO. You will locate, pack, and stage orders using RF scanners and standard packing processes for fast-paced fulfillment centers.

Ideal candidates have attention to detail, are able to lift up to 40 lbs, and can work day or overnight shifts with weekly pay and a full benefits package. Training and immediate start are available.

Qualifications

• Experience or aptitude in order picking, packing, and stockroom tasks.
• High attention to accuracy when reading orders and SKUs.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 40 lbs, and perform repetitive packing duties.
• Reliable attendance and transportation in St. Charles County, MO.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking using tickets or RF scanning to locate inventory.
• Inspect items for quality and correct quantities before packaging.
• Pack, box, wrap, and seal shipments per guidelines.
• Print and attach packing slips, labels, and barcodes.
• Transport pallets and maintain clean packing stations.
• Support shipment readiness and staging for delivery.

Skills

Order picking

Packing

Attention to detail

Stockroom experience

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet jacks

Job description

Order Picker & Packaging Associate (1st & 3rd Shift) | Up to $18.00/hr

Location: St. Charles County, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift Options: 1st Shift & 3rd Shift Available

Pay Rate: Up to $18.00 / Hour (Based on shift and experience) | Weekly Pay

Industry: Order Fulfillment, Packaging, Material Handling, Light Industrial

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring full-time Order Picker & Packaging Associates (1st & 3rd Shift) for fast-paced distribution centers and fulfillment facilities across St. Charles County, MO.

In this active role, you will locate and pull inventory using order sheets or handheld RF scanners, inspect items for quality, securely box and label products for shipment, and stage orders for final delivery. If you take pride in accuracy, want a steady daytime or overnight schedule, and are looking for weekly pay, apply today!

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $18.00 / hour depending on shift and experience.
• Shift Options: 1st Shift (Daytime) and 3rd Shift (Overnight) schedules available.
• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.
• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Accurate Picking: Read order tickets or use RF handheld scanners to locate, select, and retrieve inventory from shelf locations and storage bins.
• Quality Inspection: Inspect products for item accuracy, correct part numbers, damage, and proper quantities prior to packaging.
• Order Packaging: Securely pack, box, wrap, and seal items according to specific shipping guidelines and product protection standards.
• Shipping Prep: Print, verify, and attach packing slips, shipping labels, and barcodes to outgoing packages accurately.
• Material Movement: Operate manual pallet jacks or carts to transport picked materials and staged boxes across the floor.
• Station Upkeep: Maintain clean, organized, safe, and fully stocked packing stations and aisleways.

What You Need

• Experience Level: Order picking, packing, stockroom, or light industrial experience preferred (entry-level applicants with strong attention to detail are welcome).
• Detail & Accuracy: High precision when reading SKUs, item descriptions, part numbers, and order forms.
• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, bend, stretch, and lift up to 30-40 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
• Reliability: Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation across St. Charles County.
• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top logistics hubs, order fulfillment centers, and manufacturing facilities across St. Charles, O'Fallon, and St. Peters. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your employment.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.