Day Shift Forklift Operator — CEW & Inventory

Virginia Eagle Distributing Co.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Life insurance

Safe Harbor 401(k)

PTO

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Virginia Eagle Distributing Co. seeks a Warehouse Associate II for day shift in Lynchburg, VA. You will operate sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks to restock and organize inventory, and maintain the Controlled Environment Warehouse for accuracy and efficiency.

Join a fast-paced team with a strong emphasis on safety, attendance, and reliability. The role includes performing pre-shift checks, supporting evening shift needs, and helping ensure timely truck readiness.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• 2+ years forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 15–40+ lbs repeatedly through a long shift.
• Basic math to count and verify case quantities.
• Reliable attendance is essential for shift handoffs.
• Comfortable in a high-noise, temperature-controlled CEW.
• Composite-toe footwear required on day one.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts, walk-behind pallet jacks to restock and move pallets.
• Keep CEW organized, level pallets for stability and inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and address spills; manage outdoor areas and draft cooler.
• Identify damaged product and segregate per policy.
• Reload dunnage and prepare for supplier returns weekly.
• Assist with picking delivery route orders using EasyPick scans.
• Complete daily forklift pre-shift inspections and maintain certification.
• Cross-train for evening shift coverage as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Certification within 90 days

2+ years forklift experience

Lifting 15–40+ lbs

Good attendance

Working in CEW environment

Safety footwear required

Job description

Virginia Eagle Distributing Co. seeks a Warehouse Associate II for day shift in Lynchburg, VA. You will operate sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks to restock and organize inventory, and maintain the Controlled Environment Warehouse for accuracy and efficiency.

Join a fast-paced team with a strong emphasis on safety, attendance, and reliability. The role includes performing pre-shift checks, supporting evening shift needs, and helping ensure timely truck readiness.