Shipping Warehouse Specialist - Accurate, On-Time Orders

Shepherd Electric Supply; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply seeks a detail‑oriented Warehouse Associate to support the shipping department. You will verify orders, stage outbound shipments, and ensure documentation is complete and correct before dispatch.

This role collaborates with warehouse and counter sales to meet time‑critical deadlines. We value ownership, clear communication, and a proactive mindset; readiness to lift up to 60 lbs and operate pallet jacks is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior shipping, warehouse, or fulfillment experience preferred.
• Forklift or pallet jack certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and standard computer tools (Excel, email) preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Pull, verify, and stage outbound orders accurately — right product, right quantity, right destination, every time
• Confirm shipping documentation is complete and accurate on every outbound shipment before it leaves the dock
• Conduct a final physical check on staged orders to catch discrepancies before they become customer problems
• Ensure will-call orders are staged, labeled, and ready before the customer arrives
• Coordinate with counter sales and dispatch on priority-flagged or time‑critical orders
• Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and shipping equipment safely in compliance with Shepherd standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Ownership mindset

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Excel

Email

Job description

Shepherd Electric Supply seeks a detail‑oriented Warehouse Associate to support the shipping department. You will verify orders, stage outbound shipments, and ensure documentation is complete and correct before dispatch.

This role collaborates with warehouse and counter sales to meet time‑critical deadlines. We value ownership, clear communication, and a proactive mindset; readiness to lift up to 60 lbs and operate pallet jacks is required.