Senior Shipping Associate

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•$21 - $23

About The Position

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. As a Senior Shipping Associate, you’ll perform a combination of manual and clerical shipping duties such as determining proper carrier and route and preparing paperwork for shipments. Your clear communication skills will enable you to effectively process outgoing shipments, follow shipping practices and procedures, and route, track, and process shipments using the computer system.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Certification in assigned area preferred, if appropriate
Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to lift heavy items and may operate a forklift or other power industrial vehicles
Clear knowledge of shipping activities/processes, including classified materials
Solid attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks and documentation
Developing organizational skills with the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records
Ability to work in a team environment to ensure all objectives are met for the work group
Developing collaboration skills
Developing computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Developing knowledge of enterprise software tools
Developing knowledge of shipping activities/processes
Ability to exhibit developing adaptability and flexibility
Developing ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklift, sky track, and cranes
Developing customer service skills
Developing written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals within own department and cross-functionally

Nice To Haves

Ability to support continuous improvement activities
Outstanding communication, customer service and organizational skills
Ability to coordinate the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering

Responsibilities

Prepares materials for shipment, including finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, equipment, and determines proper packaging and cushioning
Processes outgoing shipments on the system, including verifying quantity, weight, conformance of materials to stated identifications, and handling freight bills, packing sheets, and other documents
Lifts heavy items and may operate a forklift or other power industrial vehicles
Uses computer systems for processing, tracking, logging, verifying, and reporting shipments
Monitors and coordinates shipping activities, maintains daily status for work area activities, and ensures adherence to scheduling requirements
Follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routing, schedules, and requirements
May handle and process classified material
Files freight claims with carriers if the product is lost or damaged
Answers calls and responds to inquiries regarding tracking of product and freight costs
Prepares export documentation and files all documentation electronically in the operating system
Reports materials shipped and bills of lading, posts weight and shipping charges, and routes merchandise to destinations
Communicates clearly with coworkers, planners, material managers, and internal customers.