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Shipping Coordinator II

Worker Type

Contractor

Job Description

Summary

The Shipping Coordinator II performs duties related to the packaging, labeling, and shipping of finished goods. Communicates and coordinates with transportation companies. Handles routine questions and problems and maintains open communication with other departments throughout the shipping/delivery cycle. Confirms the accuracy of invoices, bills and charges relative to the shipment of goods. Logs order information into the computer and files and distributes paperwork as necessary. Maintains records and generates reports for accounting and other areas.

Position Responsibilities

Executes shipping processes including packaging, labeling and shipment of product
Identifies shipping requirements and best routes and methods for delivery to meet customer requirements
Coordinate shipments for commercial, DoD and international conveyance including all necessary documentation, schedule freight shipments with freight forwarders and carriers, verify shipments’ compliance integrity
Identifies, tracks and maintains all necessary materials and documentation to support internal and external audits
Responsible for implementing best practices including safety requirements and maintaining desk procedures
Demonstrates ability to handle shipping domestically and navigate requirements & restrictions
Works with Shipping Supervisor and Senior Shipping Clerk on all aspects of the operation
Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks
Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice
Follows established procedures on routine work, requiring instructions only on new assignments

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

High School Diploma or GED
HAZMAT ground and air shipping certification preferred
1 – 2 years of related experience
Experience supporting FAA and DOT audits
Experience utilizing UPS, DHL or FedEx online shipping system
Prior forklift experience and/or certification is preferred

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Demonstrates understanding of International shipping and customs.
Possesses strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrates competency with use of shipment processing and vendor related programs.
Can effectively prioritize workload to meet scheduling demands
Has intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Office, especially Word and Excel and is able to learn new software and technologies
Demonstrates ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-drive environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others and the company

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a warehouse environment (Constant)
Ability to regularly stand for long periods of time (Frequent)
Walk, handle, or feel with the ability to reach with hands and arms (Constant)
Required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (Occasional)
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. and carry/move objects of varying shapes and sizes (Frequent)

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits

We also encourage you to review our company website at

http://www.avinc.com

to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

AeroVironment Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition nor disability, genetics, veteran and all others that may apply.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

AeroVironment Glassdoor Company Review

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