Hazardous Materials Shipper

Gexpro Services•Livermore, CA

About The Position

The Hazardous Materials Shipper prepares, packages, documents, and coordinates shipments of hazardous materials and other regulated products in accordance with transportation regulations, warehouse procedures, and customer requirements. The position primarily supports Lam Research operations and also handles hazardous materials shipments for other Gexpro Services customers as needed. It ensures shipments are accurately processed, properly packaged, labeled, and documented for safe, compliant transportation. The role may also support general warehouse functions, including picking, packing, receiving, shipping, and material handling. The position requires following warehouse Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, maintaining clean warehouse areas, and contributing to a safe work environment. The role may involve operating warehouse equipment when trained and authorized, assisting with loading and unloading, and performing other duties as assigned. The description also notes that duties may be changed or reassigned by management and that employees must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate effective customer service and integrity, and work productively as part of a team or work group.

Requirements

Preferably possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse, shipping, distribution, or logistics experience; hazardous materials shipping experience is preferred.
High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing orders, shipping documentation, and product information.
Strong time management, multitasking, prioritization, and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to follow detailed work instructions, safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and customer-specific shipping guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, warehouse leadership, and transportation providers.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to operate forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet wrappers, and other warehouse equipment as required.
Ability to stand continuously, lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity.
Ability to work overtime when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preparing, packaging, labeling, and documenting hazardous materials or dangerous goods shipments.
Working knowledge of DOT hazardous materials shipping regulations under 49 CFR.
Familiarity with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and IMDG Code requirements.
Current hazardous materials transportation training appropriate to assigned shipping responsibilities, or ability to successfully complete required training.
Experience reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), shipping documentation, and hazardous materials packaging requirements.
Experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing, industrial distribution, or manufacturing OEM customers.
Proficiency in warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Prepare, package, label, mark, and process hazardous materials shipments in accordance with applicable transportation regulations, carrier requirements, and company procedures.
Coordinate hazardous materials shipping activities for Lam Research and other Gexpro Services customers as business needs require.
Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS), product information, shipping instructions, and hazardous materials classifications to ensure accurate shipment preparation.
Verify hazardous materials shipping information, including UN identification numbers, proper shipping names, hazard classes, and packaging requirements.
Prepare and maintain shipping papers, dangerous goods declarations, and other applicable transportation records.
Ensure shipments meet applicable DOT, IATA, and IMDG requirements for the transportation mode.
Process domestic and international shipments using warehouse management systems, shipping software, and carrier platforms.
Verify customer orders, part numbers, quantities, destinations, and packaging requirements before shipment.
Coordinate with warehouse personnel, customer service representatives, and transportation providers to support accurate and timely order fulfillment.
Identify and escalate shipping discrepancies, damaged materials, documentation errors, and potential regulatory compliance concerns.
Inspect, stage, and prepare shipments for carrier pickup in accordance with safety and handling procedures.
Maintain accurate shipping records and complete required hazardous materials training appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
Assist with picking, packing, receiving, stocking, inventory management, and material handling as operational needs require.
Assist carriers and warehouse personnel with loading and unloading vehicles as needed.
Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet wrappers, and other warehouse equipment when trained and authorized.
Support a culture focused on employee safety and promptly address or escalate safety concerns.
Follow warehouse Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
Keep warehouse areas, shelves, workstations, and floors clean.
Perform other duties as assigned.