Shipping Specialist

SpaceX • Vandenberg Village, CA

4d • $22 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Shipping Specialist, you will be responsible for the expedient movement of designated items needed to support production, test, and launch operations. Primary functions of the Shipping Specialist include the packaging, manifesting, and tracking of materials as requested by internal and external customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in a shipping role
• Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements

Nice To Haves

• Experience in freight and expedited shipping
• Hazmat certified (49/CFR, IATA, IMDG, explosive, battery, etc.)
• Understanding of the difference between limited quantities and excepted quantities when shipping dangerous goods ensures proper mode per 49/CFR, IATA is selected
• Experience in international shipping
• Experience with ERP system(s)
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Certified to operate a forklift or other material handling motorized vehicles and equipment
• Comprehension of shipping International goods to Asia, the UK, and South America
• Comprehension of shipping temperature-sensitive items within the US
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and criteria therein necessary to offer hazardous goods for shipment to third party logistics providers
• Multitasking, critical thinking, and coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Sort mail and categorize by department for delivery to internal customers
• Identify and coordinate with security team(s) screening of executive mail
• Identify appropriate internal routing for indistinctly addressed mail
• Interact with Executive Assistants or Executives to ensure timely delivery of sensitive materials
• Assist internal customers in determining accurate postage/shipping to efficiently route personal requests
• Maintain inventory levels necessary to support mail center operations, including postage meter funds
• Process certified mail for internal customers, HR, Legal, and Finance departments as needed
• Communicate with SpaceX employees for personal article pickup (business cards, personal packages, etc.)
• Properly package and manifest parcel, LTL, and large freight as required to ensure product integrity throughout the transportation cycle to the intended destination
• Manifest consignments with information provided by requestor and schedule movements accordingly based on delivery demand (FedEx, UPS, 3PL vendors, expedite courier services, etc.), ensuring that each package has the correct information and configuration to guarantee intended delivery conditions
• Create shipping documents, packing slips, shipping labels, and BOLs meeting SpaceX processing requirements
• Create/print identifying labels for all material/packages being shipped for traceability
• File and maintain records of shipping documents per departmental guidelines
• Perform cycle counts to assure proper inventory is allocated in Shipping-owned Incoming/Outgoing areas
• Track critical shipments and update delivery status to requestors
• Responsible for system integrity for all shipments, including coordination with requestor and distribution center(s) to ensure timely product delivery
• Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with best business practices
• Accurately update required tracking systems (spreadsheets, modules, external data sources)
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment per safety procedures to load carriers as required in order to load material onto delivery trucks competently and without incident
• Coordinate with internal delivery system drivers/material handlers to pick up and expedite material to the shipping department to avoid cutoffs and evade flight delays
• Maintain good customer relationships and provide timely updates on shipments as needed to both the origin and the destination
• Process outbound material through the ERP system, partnering with appropriate departments to ensure quality and quantity of material is delivered to vendors

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED