Night Warehouse Worker

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits in New York is seeking a 2nd shift Warehouse Associate to ensure correct product selection and timely loading onto delivery trucks. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork across a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities include using WMS for inventory transactions, operating forklifts with proper certifications, and maintaining stock rotation. A High School diploma and 1–3 years of distribution experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in material delivery or distribution.
• Effective communication with coworkers.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Understanding company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties including pick, pack, and inventory updates in the WMS.
• Operate forklifts or walk‑rider equipment and maintain certifications.
• Load and unload delivery trucks accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain stock rotation and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Prepare damaged product for repack per policy.
• Participate in required training and safety programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proficient computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family‑owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The 2nd Shift Warehouse employee is responsible for ensuring the correct product is picked and loaded on delivery trucks.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties including load picking and building, inventory handling, and accurate completion of Warehouse Management System (WMS) transactions using approved handheld technology
• Operate forklifts and/or walk‑rider equipment as required and maintain all necessary certifications to safely operate such equipment
• Build, load, and unload delivery trucks in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with established procedures
• Ensure proper stock rotation is maintained in the warehouse and on delivery vehicles
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall appearance of the facility and assigned work areas
• Prepare damaged product for repack in accordance with company policy
• Perform routine care and general maintenance of equipment to support safe operation
• Participate in required training and continuing education programs
• Maintain a working knowledge of the company’s product portfolio, including brands, packages, styles, and categories
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience with material delivery or distribution
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with other employees
• Ability to maintain the highest level of customer service in all aspects of the job
• Knowledge of company objectives
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced dynamic environment
• Understands the importance of detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well in a team environment and is always willing to assist others
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills in all applicable programs
• Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Must be able to frequently lift, lower, push, carry, or pull up to 48 pounds
• Must be able to regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift, pallet jacks, and battery change stations
• Work may involve repetitive motions, working at varying heights, and exposure to warehouse environmental conditions
• Extended hours, overtime, weekends, and peak‑season schedules may be required

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.