Warehouse Associate II - Day shift

Virginia Eagle • Fredericksburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

VED is hiring a Warehouse Associate II for its day shift at its Fredericksburg facility. The role supports beverage warehouse operations by restocking product, moving pallets, organizing inventory, maintaining the Controlled Environment Warehouse (CEW), and preparing the facility for the evening team. The work takes place in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and requires safe equipment operation, attention to warehouse organization, and reliable attendance.

The associate operates sit-down forklifts and electric walk-behind and walk/ride pallet jacks; keeps the CEW organized and product stable; maintains facility cleanliness; handles damaged and out-of-code product according to policy; and supports order picking and supplier returns. The role also includes daily forklift inspections, maintaining forklift certification, and cross-training for other warehouse positions, including evening shift coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift.
• Forklift certification is required; candidates who are not currently certified must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to lift and carry 15–40+ pounds repeatedly throughout a 10–15 hour shift, with frequent bending, reaching, standing, and mounting and dismounting equipment.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to count and verify case quantities.
• Reliable attendance.
• Comfort working in a high-noise, temperature-controlled environment, including approximately 50°F in the CEW and outdoor temperatures in drive-thru areas.
• Composite-toe footwear is required on the first day.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts and electric walk-behind and walk/ride (walkie-rider) pallet jacks to restock product, move pallets, and maintain organized inventory.
• Straighten the Controlled Environment Warehouse daily by leveling product in layers for structural integrity, condensing inventory, and maintaining organization.
• Maintain facility cleanliness by sweeping and scrubbing floors, addressing spills promptly, and maintaining outside storage areas and the draft cooler.
• Identify and segregate damaged product for repack and handle out-of-code product according to VED policy.
• Reload dunnage items and empty cooperage for supplier return, approximately weekly.
• Assist with picking delivery route orders as directed, following EasyPick scanning procedures and using pick sheets when directed.
• Complete daily forklift pre-shift inspections and maintain forklift certification.
• Cross-train in other warehouse positions, including evening shift coverage as needed.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed