Warehouse Worker - Summer Help (2026)

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At Werner, we're more than an electrical distributor - we're a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person's voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other.

Summary: Coordinate activities of workers concerned with picking, packing, receiving, shipping, delivery, inventory, counter sales, and/or cycle count functions. Perform all warehouse duties, including picking/packing, loading trucks, cutting wire, general clean up, receiving product into system, and/or product put away.

Timeline and Expectations

Werner will be posting the summer warehouse positions starting in January which will run through the start of summer. We will be selecting candidates to move forward with from HR phone screen to virtual hiring manager interview during this time.

Minimum & Preferred Requirements

• Ability to lift 50-75 lbs.
• Related picking/packing or general warehouse experience a plus.
• Basic computer and math skills required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize workload in area(s) of responsibility and assign team members to complete workload. Ensure that customer orders are processed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Issue written and oral instructions. Assign duties and examine work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Advise team members on care and preservation of items and use of equipment in handling, storing, maintaining, and shipping stock.
• Assist employees with work process problems.
• Create team atmosphere and resolve complaints; seek guidance or assistance from manager if unable to resolve.
• Communicate company information to team members as applicable.
• Convey materials and items from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
• Assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves or convey orders to packing station or shipping department.
• Pack and verify customer orders.
• Use computer to enter records or reference stock.
• May plan or participate in planning of warehouse layout and other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight, and related factors of items stored.
• May be responsible for warehouse and equipment, including maintenance, which may include cleanliness of grounds and building, general building maintenance, and/or snow removal and lawn care.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately-held company with over 400 employees who uphold a strong local reputation, and a family culture built around the "Werner Way." As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we're dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers. Apply today and find out why we're a "Great Place to Work."

Werner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.