Warehouse Associate - Shipping Department

Since 1892, Shepherd Electric Supply has been the first call when complex, time-critical electrical challenges need to be solved and reliability truly matters. We move materials accurately and on time so contractors stay on schedule, projects stay on track, and customers never have to wonder if we’ll come through.

Our success comes from people who take pride in doing things the right way — safely, accurately, and with care for teammates and customers alike. If you want to do work that matters at a company that notices, this is the place.

When shipments go out accurately and on time, contractors stay on schedule and customers trust us with the next call. This role is where reliability becomes real. Every order that leaves correctly — no rework, no delays, no surprises — is a promise kept.

The Shipping Department is one of the last touchpoints before materials reach the customer. What happens here directly shapes how Shepherd is experienced in the field.

Work Shift and Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Compensation Details:

• The expected pay rate for this position is starting between $18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on experience.

Order Accuracy & Quality

• Pack, label, and stage outbound shipments correctly so nothing gets reworked or returned

• Verify order details before sealing — catch errors here, not at the customer site

• Handle materials with care to prevent damage in transit

Flow & Throughput

• Process shipments on a consistent cycle to keep order flow moving

• Keep the shipping area clear and organized — bottlenecks here ripple downstream

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently using provided equipment

Safety & Standards

• Follow all safety guidelines and proper lifting techniques — no exceptions, no shortcuts

• Maintain a clean, organized work area that supports safe, efficient operations

• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and in compliance with all protocols

Communication & Improvement

• Flag issues early — accuracy problems, safety concerns, supply shortages — before they compound

• Support improvement efforts that make the shipping operation faster, safer, or more reliable

• Cross-train on additional shipping procedures to increase team flexibility

• Your shipments go out accurately — rework and returns tied to shipping errors are rare

• Outbound shipments consistently hit their time windows

• When you hand off work, the next person in the chain doesn’t have to fix it or chase you down

• Safety practices are second nature — consistent during both steady and high-volume periods

• Your teammates and supervisors trust that your station runs without needing to be watched

• You’d rather flag a problem early than hope it works out

• You take pride in work that’s invisible when done right — the shipment just arrives, correct and on time

• You’re steady under pressure and don’t need someone watching to do things correctly

• You care about the people downstream who depend on your work

• You’re willing to learn, ask questions, and improve how things get done — not just follow a script

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum 3 years of general shipping and receiving experience preferred

• Mandatory forklift experience — stand-up and sit-down

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 80 lbs. using proper technique

• Valid driver’s license

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, and Excel)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to getting things right the first time

• Dependable attendance and a team-oriented mindset

• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals occupying this position of employment. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skill required of all individuals assigned to this job title. Management reserves the right to modify all or part of this job description at its discretion in order to meet location requirements, staffing levels, and/or any other needs of the business. All of the essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or equivalent state law, may not have been described. All requests for reasonable accommodation(s) will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Why should you join Shepherd Electrical Supply?

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