Warehouse Associate II

Lowes; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Associate discount

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Lowe’s is hiring a Warehouse Associate II at our Richmond, VA distribution facility. You will unload deliveries with power equipment, verify items against invoices, pick and stage orders, and help with packing for delivery, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma and 1–2 years in a distribution or warehouse setting, physical fitness to lift up to 40 pounds, and the ability to work in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; trade school acceptable.
• 1–2 years in distribution center or warehouse operations.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate power equipment safely.
• Adherence to safety protocols and PPE.
• Ability to work in varying conditions and independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries with power equipment and stock items.
• Receive purchase orders, verify against invoices and packing lists.
• Pull products from shelves based on item number, size, color, and quantity.
• Pack and stage completed orders for delivery.
• Verify accuracy of items picked and staged for delivery.
• Surpass performance expectations by completing tasks efficiently.
• Cross-train in picking, pulling, labeling, shipping, and deliveries as directed.

Skills

Safety orientation

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Yard truck

Job description

Your Impact

The Warehouse Associate II is primarily responsible for working in our Receiving department, picking, pulling, receiving, labeling, and stocking purchase orders within the specified amount of time. The Warehouse Associate II is responsible for handling product safely and in accordance with best methods to maintain product quality.

What You Will Do

• Uses power equipment (e.g., forklift) to unload deliveries for trucks, organizing and storing received items in appropriate areas
• Efficiently and accurately receive purchase orders, checking for damaging and comparing purchase orders with invoices and/or packaging lists
• Accurately pulls products from warehouse shelves based on item number, size, color, and quantity requirements
• Packs and stages completed purchase orders for delivery
• Verifies accuracy of items picked from warehouse shelves and staged for delivery by other warehouse associates
• Achieves or exceeds performance expectations by completing all receiving tasks efficiently and effectively
• Trained and performs tasks in cross-functional areas, such as picking, pulling, labeling, shipping, and/or helping with deliveries, as assigned by management
• Individual Contributor

Minimum Qualifications

• High School or GED General Studies or Trade School Graduate
• 1-2 Years Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
• Physical fitness to move continuously throughout the facility, lift up to 40 pounds, and operate power equipment.
• Adherence to safety protocols, wearing necessary personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, from extreme temperatures to noisy environments.
• Strong safety orientation and ability to work independently or within a team.

Preferred Skills/Education

• Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck)
• Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Pay Range: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Associate Benefits (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/joining-our-team)

• Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 401(k) Retirement account with company match
• Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
• Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
• Business Travel Accident insurance
• Maternity and Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Lowe’s Associate Discount and broad discount platform
• Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses, enrollment in Lowe’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan, and grant awards

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit ++Lowes.com++.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.