Warehouse Associate 2

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling. We have an immediate opportunity for a Warehouse Associate II at our United States Headquarters in Virginia Beach, VA.

The Warehouse Associate II is an experienced material handler responsible for supporting warehouse, production, and distribution operations through material movement, inventory control, and advanced equipment operation. Working with greater independence, this role handles a variety of materials, supports inventory accuracy, assists with process improvements, and provides guidance to less experienced warehouse associates.

This is a full-time, onsite position working Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Pay

The targeted compensation range for this position is $19.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate picking, staging, and delivery of production materials and finished goods.
• Handle high-value, sensitive, or specialized materials using appropriate documentation and handling procedures.
• Conduct cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, and support inventory audits.
• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Support receiving, storage, shipping, and material movement activities as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced warehouse associates on established processes and best practices.
• Support 5S, Lean, continuous improvement, and warehouse efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Support warehouse, production, and distribution operations as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4–6 years of progressive warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or material-handling experience required.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control and shipping/receiving processes.
• Experience operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment required.
• Experience with reach trucks and order pickers preferred.
• Advanced forklift or equipment certifications preferred.
• Experience mentoring or training less experienced team members preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) required.
• Experience using warehouse or inventory management systems preferred.

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen and 7-year criminal history check. Most felonies are a disqualifier; misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%) for training purposes.
• Valid Drivers' License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards.
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Regular operation of forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Ability to safely work around moving machinery and warehouse traffic.
• Must be able to hear and respond to alarms and notifications.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety footwear, hearing protection, and other required equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Busch values promoting from within.

Work Environment

Primarily a warehouse/distribution environment, with exposure to varying temperatures depending on seasonal conditions, as well as moderate noise levels, dust, moving mechanical parts, and warehouse equipment during daily operations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

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