Shipping & Receiving Specialist — Warehouse

Emerson Electric Co.; Orange (VA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Emerson in Orange, VA is seeking an experienced stock room clerk to support warehouse, production, and planning teams, receiving shipments, verifying against packing slips and purchase orders, and loading/unloading trucks.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with forklift training provided if needed and familiarity with inventory systems.

A high school diploma and ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required, with reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments and verify accuracy against packing slips and purchase orders
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Organize inventory and maintain clean warehouse areas
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks (training/certification provided if needed)
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are an experienced stock room clerk looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Located in Orange, VA, you will work closely with warehouse, production, and planning teams to meet shipping/receiving deadlines, receive incoming shipments, and verify accuracy against packing slips and purchase orders, and load and unload trucks safely and efficiently. The rate of pay is $19.65.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Receive incoming shipments and verify accuracy against packing slips and purchase orders
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Organize inventory and maintain clean warehouse areas
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks (training/certification provided if needed)
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

Who You Are:

• You bring dependable work habits, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safe, accurate, and efficient material handling. You are committed to keeping the shipping dock running smoothly even on the busiest days. You take pride in keeping the shipping dock running efficiently, operating with a safety mindset, ensuring operations flow as they should.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Forklift experience
• Warehouse or shipping/receiving experience

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.