Warehouse Associate (Part-Time)

Southern States Cooperative; Virginia; On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Benefits

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative is seeking a Part-Time Warehouse Associate in Virginia to support daily retail and warehouse operations. You will receive and stock merchandise, assist customers, and help maintain a safe, organized facility.

Responsibilities include loading, inventory tasks, and operating forklifts or pallet jacks as needed. Prior warehouse or retail experience is preferred, with forklift certification encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse, retail, inventory, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; certification required or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional customer service and assist customers with product selection, loading, and order fulfillment.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and stock incoming merchandise.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Move, organize, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Replenish store shelves and displays to ensure products are stocked and presented properly.
• Assist with inventory counts and physical inventory activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse, showroom, and outdoor areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Pay Rate: $14.00 - $15.00/hour

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

For more than 100 years, Southern States Cooperative has been dedicated to supporting farmers, homeowners, gardeners, and communities across the Southeast. We take pride in delivering quality products, exceptional service, and trusted expertise. We're looking for dependable, hard-working team members who enjoy helping customers and working in a fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

As a Part-Time Warehouse Associate, you will play a key role in supporting daily retail and warehouse operations. This position is responsible for receiving and stocking merchandise, maintaining inventory, assisting customers, loading products, and helping keep the facility clean, safe, and organized.

What You'll Do

• Provide friendly, professional customer service and assist customers with product selection, loading, and order fulfillment.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and stock incoming merchandise.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Move, organize, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Replenish store shelves and displays to ensure products are stocked and presented properly.
• Assist with inventory counts and physical inventory activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse, showroom, and outdoor areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Pay Rate: $14.00 - $15.00/hour

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse, retail, inventory, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; certification required or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Occasionally assist with lifting heavier items.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and work in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Why Southern States?

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow within the organization
• Employee discounts and other eligible benefits

Southern States Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.
The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $14.00 - $15.00

Pay Transparency

In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.

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