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| **Essential Functions Statement(s)** | | --- | - Supervise daily shipping and receiving operations. - Ensure all customer shipments meet contractual, specification, and purchase order requirements. - Verify shipping documentation including: - Certificates of Conformance (C of C) - Packing slips - Material certifications - Export documentation (when applicable) - Customer-specific documentation packages - Ensure product traceability is maintained throughout the shipping process. - Coordinate shipment priorities with Production, Planning, Quality, and Customer Service. - Schedule domestic and international shipments using approved carriers. - Ensure proper packaging methods are used to prevent handling or corrosion damage. - Verify parts are properly identified, labeled, and packaged per customer requirements. - Monitor shipping schedules to meet customer delivery commitments. - Investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies or customer complaints. - Maintain inventory of shipping supplies and packaging materials. - Train and develop shipping personnel on procedures, safety, and quality requirements. - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area using 5S principles. - Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on delivery performance and process efficiency - Participate in internal, customer, and Nadcap audits. - Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and hazardous material shipping regulations. **Leadership Responsibilities** - Supervise and schedule shipping personnel. - Conduct employee training and performance evaluations. - Monitor productivity and workflow. - Promote teamwork and accountability. - Drive continuous improvement activities within the department. # # POSITION QUALIFICATIONS **Education & Experience** - 5+ years of shipping/logistics experience in a manufacturing environment. - 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred. - Aerospace manufacturing or metal finishing experience is strongly preferred. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** - Knowledge of aerospace documentation requirements. - Understanding of AS9100 and Nadcap requirements. - Familiarity with plating and metal finishing operations. - Experience with ERP/MRP systems. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word). - Knowledge of domestic and international shipping procedures. - Experience with UPS, FedEx, DHL, and freight carriers. **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)** - On-time shipment performance - Shipping accuracy - Customer delivery performance - Documentation accuracy - Inventory accuracy - Packaging quality - Zero escapes due to shipping errors - Safety performance - Department productivity Continuous improvement participation **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** | **N (Not Applicable)** | Activity is not applicable to this position. | | --- | --- | | **O (Occasionally)** | Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) | | **F (Frequently)** | Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) | | **C (Constantly)** | Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) | | | | Stand | O | | --- | --- | | Walk | O | | Sit | C | | Manually Manipulate | O | | Reach Outward | F | | Reach Above Shoulder | O | | Climb | N | | Crawl | N | | Squat or Kneel | N | | Bend | O | | Grasp | O | | Speak | C | | | --- | | | --- | **Physical Demands Lift/Carry** | 10 lbs or less | O | | --- | --- | | 11-20 lbs | O | | 21-50 lbs | N | | 51-100 lbs | N | | Over 100 lbs | N | **Push/Pull** | 12 lbs or less | O | | --- | --- | | 13-25 lbs | O | | 26-40 lbs | N | | 41-100 lbs | N | **Other Physical Requirements** | • | Vision (Near, Distance) | | --- | --- | | • | Sense of Sound - Able to hear average conversations | | • | Sense of Touch | | • | Finger Dexterity | - **Company Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Long term Disability, Employee As…
Salary estimate
$30 – $32/yr
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Skills for this role
ExcelCommunicationLeadership
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