Warehouse Associate II - Day shift

Virginia Eagle Distributing Company; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Safe Harbor 401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Virginia Eagle Distributing Company in Winchester, VA seeks a Warehouse Associate II for the day shift. You will operate sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks, restock inventory in a fast-paced CEW, and ensure on-time order fulfillment for trucks.

The role requires forklift experience, strong safety practices, and ability to lift heavy items throughout long shifts. The team thrives in a high-noise environment with temperature control in the CEW.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience required or preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and verify quantities.
• Strong attendance and reliability for day shift.
• Ability to lift 15–40+ lbs repeatedly in a long shift.
• Work in a high-noise, controlled environment; PPE required.
• Must be able to work with safety protocols and chain-of-custody handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts and walk-behind pallet jacks to restock and move pallets.
• Maintain CEW organization and product levels daily.
• Keep floors clean; address spills promptly and manage outdoor areas.
• Identify damaged products and handle out-of-code items per policy.
• Reload dunnage and prepare items for supplier returns weekly.
• Assist with picking delivery routes using EasyPick scanning system.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math basics

Reliable attendance

Physical stamina

Safety conscious

Compliance with PPE

Job description

Position:Warehouse Associate II - Day shift

Location: Winchester, VA

Job Id:1150

# of Openings:1

About the Role

A beverage warehouse doesn't run on sales decks and spreadsheets — it runs on people who know exactly where every pallet should be, who can move it precisely, and who take personal ownership of the space they work in. As a Forklift Operator on VED's day shift, you are the backbone of our warehouse operation. You restock the floor, maintain the integrity of our Controlled Environment Warehouse, and make sure the evening team has exactly what they need to build clean orders and get trucks out on time.

If you operate equipment with confidence, keep a tight workspace, and take pride in a warehouse that runs right — this is the role for you. VED is one of Virginia's leading beverage distributors, and our Winchester, VA facility is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your work directly drives the business forward every single day.

What You'll Do

• Operate sit-down forklifts and electric walk-behind and walk/ride (walkie-rider) pallet jacks to restock product, move pallets, and maintain organized inventory throughout the shift
• Straighten the Controlled Environment Warehouse (CEW) daily — level product on pallets in layers for structural integrity, condense inventory, and maintain organization
• Maintain facility cleanliness to VED standards: sweep and scrub floors, address spills immediately, maintain outside storage areas and draft cooler throughout the day
• Identify and segregate damaged product for repack; handle out-of-code product per VED policy
• Reload dunnage items and empty cooperage for supplier return (approximately weekly)
• Assist with picking delivery route orders as directed, following EasyPick scanning system procedures; pick sheets may be used as directed
• Complete daily forklift pre-shift inspections and maintain forklift certification
• Cross-train in other warehouse positions including evening shift coverage as needed

What We're Looking For

• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift — forklift certification required (must obtain within 90 days of hire if not currently certified)
• 2+ years of forklift experience preferred
• Ability to lift and carry 15–40+ lbs repeatedly throughout a 10–15 hour shift, with frequent bending, reaching, standing, and mounting/dismounting equipment
• Basic math skills: ability to count and verify case quantities
• Reliable attendance — the day shift sets up the evening shift; your team depends on you
• Comfortable working in a high-noise, temperature-controlled environment (approx. 50°F in the CEW; outdoor temps in drive‑thru areas)
• Composite‑toe footwear required on day one

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay: $17.00 - $23.00 Starting pay for new hires is typically at or near the range minimum. Placement above the minimum is based on directly relevant industry experience and internal equity.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Safe Harbor 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Uniforms provided

Virginia Eagle is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.