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Your first week at a warehouse job sets the tone for everything that comes after. It’s when supervisors decide who they can count on, and when you figure out if this is a place you want to stay.
The good news: you don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be ready. Here’s what a typical first week looks like and how to get through it with confidence.
Before day one: get the details
When you accept an assignment through Axiom, ask your recruiter for the basics:
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The exact address and which entrance to use
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Your start time and shift length
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The dress code and any required safety gear
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Who to ask for when you arrive
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How long the assignment is expected to last
If anything is unclear, ask. It’s much easier to sort it out the day before than in the parking lot at 5:45 a.m.
Day one: orientation and safety
Most warehouses start with some kind of orientation. You might watch a safety video, tour the building, get your badge and learn where the break room and restrooms are.
Pay close attention to the safety part. Warehouses have forklifts, conveyors and heavy loads moving all day. Learn the walkways, the emergency exits and the rules for your area.
What to bring:
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A photo ID
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Closed-toe shoes, or steel-toe boots if the job requires them
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Comfortable clothes you can move in, with nothing loose or dangling
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Water and a lunch
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Your recruiter’s phone number saved in your phone
Days two and three: learning the work
Now you start doing the actual job, whether that’s picking, packing, loading, scanning or running a machine. Someone will usually train you or work alongside you at first.
Don’t worry about being the fastest person on the floor yet. Focus on doing it right. Speed comes with practice. Accuracy and safety come first.
Good habits this week:
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Ask questions when you’re unsure
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Watch how experienced coworkers do the job
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Take your breaks on time and come back on time
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Keep your phone put away unless you’re allowed to use it
Days four and five: finding your rhythm
By the end of the week, the building will feel less overwhelming. You’ll know the layout, recognize your coworkers and have a better sense of the pace.
This is a good time to check in with your recruiter. Tell them how it’s going, what you like and anything that’s bothering you. If something isn’t working, they want to know early so they can help.
Your body will notice
Warehouse work is physical. Many jobs involve standing, walking, lifting and bending for most of the shift. It’s normal to feel sore the first week.
A few things help:
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Good, supportive shoes
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Drinking plenty of water
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Lifting with your legs, not your back
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Getting real sleep before your shift
If you ever feel pain that doesn’t seem normal, tell your supervisor and your recruiter right away.
What supervisors notice most
You might think supervisors care most about speed. Usually it’s something simpler: showing up.
Being on time every day, calling ahead if something comes up and keeping a good attitude on busy days will put you ahead of a lot of people. Those are the associates supervisors ask to keep.
Getting paid
At Axiom, paychecks go out weekly. Make sure you’ve completed your paperwork so your first check isn’t delayed. You can find more answers on our FAQ page.
Ready for your first week?
Every warehouse job starts with a first week. Show up prepared, stay safe, ask questions and let your recruiter help you along the way.
Search warehouse jobs near you and take the first step.
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