Now Hiring - Warehouse Person

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. Shipping sends it out. Everything in between happens on the warehouse floor — and that is where the Warehouse Associate – Warehouse Operations works. This role keeps inventory accurate, locations reliable, and product ready to move the moment an order calls for it. You pick accurately, replenish before a location runs dry, count what is on the shelf, and step in wherever the branch needs you — at the receiving dock, on the shipping floor, or in the aisles. When the floor is right, every other part of the branch runs on inventory it can trust. When it is not, the error surfaces at the worst possible moment — in front of a customer. This role is for someone who is steady, flexible, and accurate, who fills the gap without being asked, and who understands that a well-run warehouse floor is what keeps every Shepherd promise moving. Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $20.00 per hour depending on experience. Every pick, count, and bin location you touch backs up a promise Shepherd made to a customer. When the system and the shelf agree, contractors get what they need when they need it. You surface the pattern, suggest a better layout or a smarter replenishment habit, and keep looking for ways to make the floor run cleaner. You are the connection between receiving and shipping. You help move freight off the dock, keep pick locations stocked for outbound orders, and pitch in wherever volume spikes. Ownership on the warehouse floor means the next person can trust what you left behind. You replenish the pick face before it runs empty, cover the dock when shipping or receiving falls behind, and leave your area better than you found it. You see where the branch needs help and you get there first. Order Picking & Fulfillment Support Pick orders accurately from bin locations and confirm every pick against order documents — right product, right quantity, every time Support the shipping team by staging picked orders cleanly and on time, especially priority and will-call orders Support the receiving team by unloading, staging, and moving inbound freight safely off the dock Shift between picking, receiving, and shipping tasks as volume and priorities change throughout the day Coordinate with the Warehouse Manager, shipping, and receiving on time-critical orders so nothing waits on the floor Inventory Accuracy & Cycle Counts Perform scheduled cycle counts and spot checks accurately, recording results promptly in the warehouse management system Treat every inventory discrepancy as a signal, not an inconvenience — flag recurring problems to the Warehouse Manager for root cause review Return mispicks, over-pulls, and misplaced product to the correct locations immediately Put-Away, Replenishment & Location Integrity Put received product away accurately to the correct bin locations so it is pickable the same shift it arrives Equipment, Safety & Facility Operate pallet jacks, hand trucks, and warehouse equipment safely and in compliance with Shepherd standards Conduct pre-shift equipment checks and report maintenance needs before they become failures Keep aisles, racking, and work areas organized, labeled, and clear of hazards — aisles open, product off the floor Maintain safety compliance at your workstation and alert leadership to unsafe conditions immediately Surface workflow friction, recurring pick errors, or slotting and layout inefficiencies to the Warehouse Manager Cross-train on shipping and receiving functions to build team flexibility and cover wherever the branch needs it Support onboarding of new warehouse team members by modeling accuracy standards and Shepherd values Orders are picked accurately — right product, right quantity — every shift Pick locations are replenished before they run empty, and received product is put away the shift it arrives Aisles and work areas are organized, hazards are addressed, and equipment is maintained every shift You have surfaced at least one meaningful improvement — a slotting change, a replenishment habit, a count catch — in your first 90 days Shipping and receiving can count on you when volume spikes, and the Warehouse Manager trusts that the shelf matches the system You treat the warehouse floor like the foundation of inventory accuracy, not just storage space You communicate clearly and directly — with your team, with shipping, with receiving You stay flexible and steady when you are moved between tasks and priorities shift High school diploma or equivalent required Prior warehouse, inventory, or fulfillment experience preferred; motivated entry-level candidates will be considered 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 Competitive hourly pay with opportunity for growth Medical, dental, and life insurance Paid vacation and personal time 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 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. Why should you join Shepherd Electrical Supply? 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. Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!