1st Shift Warehouse Associate

Join our team as a Warehouse Associate! Virginia Eagle Distributing Company is currently hiring for a full time Warehouse Associate at our Charlottesville location. Are you ready to be part of an energetic and dynamic team? Do you take pride in maintaining a clean and organized workspace? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Monday - Friday 1st shift - 6 am until approximately 2:00 pm. There is a rotating Friday close shift that is 8 am until close (between 4 - 6 typically).

About the Role:
As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a crucial role in keeping our operations running smoothly. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Inventory Aficionado: Receive beverage loads and maintain inventory according to VED standards.
• Loading Expert: Re-load dunnage/empty cooperage for returning to suppliers and assist in picking orders for bulk routes.
• Outdoor Organizer: Keep outside storage areas, including the draft cooler, in top-notch condition.
• Team Player: Fill in as relief for other warehouse positions, including night loader, ensuring smooth operations at all times.
• Sparkling Clean Spaces: Sweep and scrub our CEW/warehouse floors, ensuring all facilities are spotless and welcoming.
• Waste Warrior: Handle trash disposal in the CEW and keep our environment clutter-free.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Collaborative Culture: Work with a supportive and friendly team that values your contributions.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for advancement.
• Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same, and you'll enjoy the variety of tasks and challenges.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of a company that values hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude, we want to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey with us.

Minimum Requirements:

• Prefer 2 years of previous forklift experience.
• Prefer 2 previous warehouse receiving experience, however, applicant with good job stability is also a good fit.
• Must be able to lift and carry, including overhead lifting, 15-45 pounds or more on a repetitive basis during a 10 to 15 hour day with frequent bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling and sitting.
• Must be able to utilize basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to communicate utilizing the English language in verbal and written form.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.

Virginia Eagle offers all full time employees a benefit package to include paid time off, holidays, maternity leave, and parental leave. Insurance options in health, dental, vision, FSA, accident, and cancer coverage are also available for enrollment. Short and Long Term Disability as well as a life insurance policy are provided, paid for by the company. In addition, Virginia Eagle has a 401(k) plan with a generous match.