What SOPs does a warehouse need?

Common ones are receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, cycle counts, forklift pre-use inspection and dock safety.

How do I train new warehouse staff on an SOP?

Walk them through the written steps, then let them watch a short video of each step before doing it under supervision.

Yes. Generate your SOP, then turn it into a video where every step has its own clip with the step text alongside.

Example SOP

Purpose: Receive inbound shipments accurately and safely, so stock in the system matches what is on the shelf.
Scope: Applies to all receiving clerks and forklift operators at the dock.
Responsibilities: Receiving clerk · Forklift operator · Warehouse supervisor
Equipment & PPE: Purchase order and packing slip · Handheld scanner or warehouse management system (WMS) · Forklift or pallet jack · Safety shoes and hi-vis vest · Wheel chocks

1
Check in the carrier
Match the carrier’s paperwork to an open purchase order and assign a dock door.
2
Secure the trailer
Chock the trailer wheels or engage the dock lock before anyone enters the trailer.
Caution: Never drive a forklift into a trailer that is not secured.
3
Inspect the seal and load
Check that the seal number matches the paperwork and look for visible damage before unloading.
4
Unload safely
Unload pallets with a forklift or pallet jack, keeping loads low and the dock area clear of people.
Caution: Only trained and authorized operators may use the forklift.
5
Count and check
Count each item against the packing slip and inspect cartons for damage.
6
Record discrepancies
Note any shortage, overage or damage on the delivery receipt, photograph it and tell the supervisor before the driver leaves.
7
Label and put away
Scan or label each pallet and move it to its assigned location.
8
Close the receipt
Confirm the received quantities in the WMS and file the signed paperwork.

Turn this SOP into a training video

Each step becomes a short clip showing the action, with the step text alongside, for new staff to watch before their first shift.

What SOPs does a warehouse need?: Common ones are receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, cycle counts, forklift pre-use inspection and dock safety.
How do I train new warehouse staff on an SOP?: Walk them through the written steps, then let them watch a short video of each step before doing it under supervision.
Can I turn this into a training video?: Yes. Generate your SOP, then turn it into a video where every step has its own clip with the step text alongside.