Sr Shipper

Sr Shipper

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System's business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

JOB SUMMARY: To coordinate and schedule material required to be packaged in accordance with both commercial standards and military specifications in order to meet delivery requirements.

JOB DUTIES:

• Coordinates the packaging efforts for both Commercial Standards and Military Specifications.
• Determines packaging requirements for contracts and recommends packaging material to be used to ensure cost effectiveness, quality and contract requirements are met.
• Coordinates with Quality Assurance for final inspection of shipments.
• Assist with soliciting bids, negotiating requirements, selecting vendors and ordering packaging materials and supplies to meet required delivery dates.
• Assists in preparing estimates for packing and crating costs for packaging proposals.
• Responsible for reviewing advanced shipping releases to determine special order packaging and compliance to Contract requirements.
• Provides guidance and instruction to shipping clerks on specialized packaging and marking requirements.
• Inspects the work of shipping clerks ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Ensures that shipments packaged, utilizing specifications for preservation, marking, and packaging standards, are accomplished using latest revisions.
• Assures shipments are properly blocked and braced on carrier equipment.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Learning is on the job. High school diploma or GED required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Detailed knowledge of military and commercial packaging, marking requirements and/or electro-plating and finishing requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of carrier equipment.
• Detailed knowledge of Security Regulations for classified shipments.
• Detailed knowledge of Department of Transportation Regulations for hazardous material packaging.
• Knowledge of cost of materials and labor requirements for preparing proposals.
• Knowledge of various types of packing materials.
• Ability to operate forklift trucks, overhead cranes, and hand tools.
• Ability to lift upwards of 50 pounds.
• Ability to determine weight and calculate volume of material to be shipped.
• Ability to read, interpret and extract applicable information from specifications.
• Ability to plan, organize and schedule tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to work well with others.

How We Care At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran? Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is$25.58-$37.88per hour.

EEO StatementTextron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.