1st Shift Warehouse Associate

About the role

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.

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 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)
• Absorb and follow 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

Requirements

• 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
• DOT CDL preferred but not required

Qualifications

Competitive hourly pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour. 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.

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

Pay

$17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule

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