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Our Company
Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Corporation, manages dark air-cured tobacco operations in the traditional growing areas of the United States. The company contracts directly with local farmers and exports globally.
The Global Leader in Premium Leaf Tobacco Supply
Universal Leaf Tobacco Company is the world’s leading supplier of premium leaf tobacco, with over 100 years of experience sourcing, processing, and delivering tobacco crops tailored to customer specifications. With operations spanning major tobacco-regions across five continents, we connect hundreds of thousands of farmers to global manufacturers through a reliable, transparent, and traceable supply chain. Our portfolio includes flue-cured, burley, oriental, and dark tobaccos, supported by deep agronomic expertise and advanced processing capabilities. Beyond the leaf, we offer value-added services such as customized blending, next-generation nicotine solutions, recycled by-products, and digital traceability tools that enhance efficiency and sustainability across the supply chain. Universal Leaf Tobacco is more than a supplier – we are a long-term partner committed to responsible sourcing, farmer support, and continuous innovation. By investing in agricultural communities and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, we help ensure a resilient tobacco supply for generations to come.
Summary
Our Kenbridge, Virginia location has an immediate opening for the Storage Shipping Receiving Crew which is responsible for general labor duties and various manual tasks including pushing carts, packing tobacco into crates, lifting and stacking tobacco bales, and other duties as directed by supervisors.
What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)
Move inventory within warehouse for staging, loading, and storing tobacco, bales, etc. Â Ensure warehouses are free from debris and remove safety hazards. Â Help maintain warehouse premises. Â Work as a team member to ensure all work is done timely and correctly. Â Perform other duties as required.Â
Minimum Requirements
Must be able to pass a drug test.
Must have two forms of current, valid government issued ID.
Lift 50 lbs on a repetitive basis.
Physically able to bend, stand, stoop, squat, and walk on a repetitive basis during the course of a shift.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.
EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer
 All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
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