Temporary Order Picker Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Order Picker

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Order Picker to join our dynamic team. This role is based at 2001 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda, CA, with two available shifts: 6am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday. Candidates must have flexibility to work weekends and overtime as required to meet demand. Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties such as picking orders, receiving and stowing products, and loading and unloading trailers.
• Fulfill orders for Peets.com and Costco Department channels with accuracy and quality to avoid damage.
• Ensure shipments are loaded and received on the correct trucks within assigned deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Continuously stand or walk in a warehouse environment throughout an 8-hour day or more.
• Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach to stack, carry, lift, and pick products throughout an 8-hour day or more.
• Continuously lift 20 lbs, frequently lift 25-40 lbs, and occasionally lift 50 lbs or more.
• Frequently stack pallets and totes (20-50 lbs) up to 6 feet tall.
• Frequently lift above the shoulders.

Essential Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Self-management and ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
• Ability to uphold and follow safety, food safety, and production quality standards.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately in English.
• Prior order picking/pulling and scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry.
• Scheduling flexibility including overtime and weekends to accommodate delayed orders.
• Accuracy, thoroughness, reliability, and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Self-directed and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is beneficial.
• Experience with RF scanners and electric pallet jacks.
• Understanding of warehouse inventory management.

Why Work Here?

Join a fast-paced and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued. Benefit from opportunities for growth and development, and be part of a team that prioritizes safety and quality.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility that operates in a fast-paced environment. Employees are expected to be actively engaged at all times and must be willing to work overtime when needed. The role involves continuous physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and reaching.

This is a Contract position based out of Alameda, CA.

The pay range for this position is $17.76 - $17.76/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Alameda,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.