Shipping Specialist documents and processes the order shipment. Works with transportation department or vendors to ensure timely inbound and outbound deliveries. Being a Shipping Specialist investigates and recommends corrective actions for all non-conformance. Typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Shipping Specialist typically reports to a supervisor. The Shipping Specialist works under moderate supervision. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Shipping Specialist typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification.
Shipping Specialist Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Shipping Specialist to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with inventory counts as needed;
- Help to maintain clean, safe and organized workspace and warehouse;
- Check-in, observe and communicate with team members to assess areas needing assistance;
- Efficiently and accurately pick and pack orders for production and prepare for shipment;
- Carry out printing & shipping process controls to maintain established production efficiencies;
- Package custom goods coming off the printing press and stocked products with accuracy according to order pack lists;
- Maintain records of imports and exports;
- Prepare and pack orders for shipments;
- Ensure proper labeling and placards with all shipments;
- Perform any other tasks as required;
- Interface with freight forwarders on all import/export shipments;
- that pertain to hazardous material handling and transportation of ETP goods;
- Generate shipping documents for all exports;
- Maintain appropriate records and documentation as objective evidence to support internal and external audits;
- Competent Authority (Process of applying with the DOT on new explosives/products).
Requirements:
- Ability to lift heavy boxes and climb ladders;
- Reliability & strong work ethic;
- Willingness to abide by the safety standards set forth in our warehouse;
- Ownership of your job responsibilities, attitude, and contributions;
- Accuracy with particular attention to detail.