Shipping Specialist
About The Position
KRI is hiring a full-time Shipping Specialist for its low-volume manufacturing facility. The role prepares and coordinates domestic and international shipments, including shipping labels, bills of lading, commercial invoices, and certificates of origin. The specialist also keeps current on import/export compliance and regulations for countries in North America, Europe, and Asia. The position includes receiving inbound packages and freight; handing over or loading outbound shipments; scanning shipping documents; maintaining customer records; checking stock levels; and keeping the shipping area tidy. The facility handles approximately 10–20 shipments per day, ranging from small domestic packages to large international multi-order, multi-pallet shipments. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office is in Fort Collins and is moving to Wellington. Pay is $22–$26 per hour.
Requirements
- Experience preparing shipments for domestic and international destinations.
- Knowledge of U.S. government import and export regulations.
- Reliability and strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Perform shipping and receiving duties.
- Prepare labels and export documents for domestic and international shipments.
- Arrange customer-specified carriers and freight forwarders.
- Classify exports with the correct Schedule B numbers and HTS codes.
- Prepare pallets for shipping.
- Use a forklift and pallet jack to load, unload, and relocate pallets.
- Confirm daily shipments are complete in time for daily pickups.
- Prepare shipping quotes as requested.
- Answer incoming calls and questions related to shipping.
- Serve as the main point of contact for shipping questions, issues, and concerns.
- Help with inventory counts and supplies as needed.
- Create purchase orders.
- Order shipping supplies and packaging materials.
- Occasionally package parts for shipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of the shipping area.
- Occasionally create and close work orders.
- Receive inbound packages and freight and hand over or load outbound shipments.
- Scan shipment documents and maintain customer records.
- Check stock levels and tidy areas as needed.
- Correspond with customers around the world via email.
Benefits
- Generous 401(k).
- HSA payments for employees enrolled in an HDHP medical plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
