Warehouse Associate - Early AM

Shepherd Electric Company, LLC.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Paid vacation and personal time

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a Warehouse Lead to set the tempo of operations and ensure accuracy across receiving, inventory, and outbound shipping. You will lead a team, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with purchasing and sales to keep orders on track.

The role requires forklift certification, a high school diploma, and proficiency with warehouse systems. Expect a start pay range of $20.00 to $22.00 per hour with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and standard computer tools (Excel, email).
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and stand for extended periods.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Receive inbound freight accurately and document shortages, overages, and damaged goods.
• Maintain bin locations, shelf labels, and stock organization.
• Pull, stage, and verify outbound orders; ensure accurate shipping documentation.
• Set tone for safety, pace, and accuracy for the warehouse crew.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment safely.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Direct communication

Detail oriented

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Excel

Email

Job description

About Shepherd Electric Supply

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 will 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.

Why This Role Matters

A warehouse runs on the people who hold it together. The Warehouse Lead is not a title - it is the role that sets the tempo for everything that moves through the building. You are the first person in the building to know when something is off, and the one who decides what to do about it before it becomes a problem. When warehouse operations run clean - receiving is accurate, inventory is where it says it is, the floor is organized, and the team knows what to do - the whole branch executes better. Customers get what they ordered. Drivers leave on time. Sales has confidence. When the warehouse struggles, every other function feels it. This role sits at the center of that execution. You are the person the team looks to, the first line of quality control, and the bridge between daily operations and branch leadership.

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:00am - 11:00am

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting between $20.00 - $22.00 per hour depending on experience.

Key Outcomes

• Receiving & Inbound Accuracy
  • Receive inbound freight accurately - every line, every count, every time
  • Identify and document shortages, overages, and damaged goods before they enter inventory
  • Ensure product is staged, labeled, and put away correctly to support fill rate and order accuracy
  • Coordinate inbound activity with purchasing and sales when exceptions arise
• Inventory Integrity
  • Conduct daily cycle counts and contribute to periodic physical inventory efforts
  • Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies promptly - treat them as signals, not nuisances
  • Maintain bin locations, shelf labels, and stock organization so product is always findable
  • Flag recurring discrepancy patterns to leadership for root cause review
• Outbound Fulfillment & Shipping
  • Pull, stage, and verify outbound orders before they leave the building
  • Confirm that shipping documentation is complete and accurate on every outbound shipment
  • Coordinate with dispatch and counter teams when orders are time-sensitive or priority-flagged
  • Ensure will-call orders are ready before the customer arrives
• Team Leadership & Daily Execution
  • Set the tone - pace, accuracy standards, and safety expectations - for the warehouse crew each shift
  • Delegate daily tasks clearly and follow up to confirm completion
  • Support onboarding and on-the-floor training for new warehouse team members
  • Escalate performance or conduct concerns to the Warehouse Manager promptly and directly
• Equipment & Facility
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment safely and in compliance with Shepherd standards
  • Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections and report maintenance needs before they become failures
  • Maintain a clean, organized warehouse floor - aisles clear, hazards addressed, product protected
  • Support safety compliance at the team level - you are the first layer of accountability
• Continuous Improvement
  • Surface inefficiencies, recurring errors, or workflow friction to the Warehouse Manager
  • Recommend and test process changes that improve accuracy, speed, or team capacity
  • Cross-train on adjacent functions - shipping office, routing coordination - to increase team flexibility

What Success Looks Like After 90 days

• Inbound freight is received accurately, and exceptions are documented and resolved before end of day
• Inventory is organized, bin locations are current, and discrepancies are investigated - not ignored
• Outbound orders leave clean - right product, right quantity, right documentation
• The warehouse crew knows what is expected of them and executes without being managed by the hour
• Equipment is inspected, maintained, and operated safely every shift
• The Warehouse Manager trusts that floor operations run correctly when they are not watching
• You have surfaced at least one meaningful process improvement in your first 90 days

Who Thrives Here

• You take ownership naturally - you do not wait to be told, and you do not leave problems for the next shift
• You hold yourself and your team to a standard without making it adversarial
• You pay attention to the details that others rush past, especially when the pace is high
• You communicate directly - with your crew, with leadership, with other departments
• You stay steady when the morning gets complicated and the plan needs to change
• You care about the work being right, not just done

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and standard computer tools (Excel, email)
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. regularly and stand for extended periods
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements

Why Join Shepherd Electric Supply

• Competitive hourly pay with opportunity for growth
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Paid vacation and personal time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Stable organization with over 130 years of industry leadership
• A culture where reliability is noticed, ownership is rewarded, and people come first

Equal Opportunity Employer Shepherd Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Why should you join Shepherd Electrical Supply? At Shepherd Electric Supply, excellence in service, pricing, and products has been our mission since 1892. As the oldest wholesale electrical distributor in the Baltimore/Washington area, we take pride in our exceptional customer service and extensive inventory. We have a rich history of partnering with industry leaders like Siemens and Eaton, and our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry. Join our team and be a part of our legacy!