WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE: 2ND SHIFT in Mechanicsville, Virginia at Carter Machinery

Carter Machinery
Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116, USA
Category: Warehouse
Posted Date: July 17, 2026
Requisition_Number: WAREH006596
Schedule: Full Time

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Join a Company That’s Built to Elevate You.

At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Shift: 2nd

Starting Compensation Range: $19.88 - $27.85 per hour + Shift Differential

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for accurately pulling parts to fill orders, packaging orders, and shipping orders to internal and external customers.

Requirements for the Warehouse Associate position include:

• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong mechanical aptitude; must be able to learn and apply knowledge of parts, components and equipment
• Capable of safely operating all material handling equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and other similar material handling equipment
• Proficient computer technology skills, including the ability to use company software to perform warehouse functions
• Must be able to work additional hours to meet business and customer demands
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Seeking Candidates with:

• Minimum of three year’s warehouse experience
• Forklift, pallet jack experience, preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently standing/walking for extended periods of time
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: 

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.