What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Associate position at Advantage Technical?
Job Description: Shipping Associate
Temp to Direct Hire
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Shipping Associate preferably with expertise in international shipping to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying and maintaining accurate records of outgoing international shipments, preparing orders for shipment, and ensuring compliance with all export regulations. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage shipping operations.
Essential Job Functions:
- Identify orders to print and ship daily.
- Pick, pack, and ship orders according to customer specifications.
- Communicate with internal teams (e.g., customer service) and external parties, including freight forwarders and shipping carriers.
- Conduct a final examination of outgoing shipments to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications.
- Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Operate tier lift trucks or use hand trucks to move shipments as needed.
- Handle additional responsibilities, such as domestic shipping, inbound receipt of materials, and cycle counting.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in international shipping is preferred.
- Familiarity with export compliance, commercial invoicing, AES/EEI filing, and international shipping processes (FedEx, UPS, DHL).
- Knowledge of working with freight forwarders, harmonized codes, and other aspects of global logistics.
- Proficiency with Internet shipping software, inventory software, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with JD Edwards is a plus.
- Detail-oriented team player capable of working independently or with minimal supervision.
- Dangerous goods shipping experience is preferred but not required.
Work Environment:
This role is critical to ensuring smooth shipping operations. Candidates must be able to adapt to varying priorities and maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
Application Process:
If you are skilled in shipping and meet the qualifications above, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume today!
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About Advantage TechnicalWith company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.
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Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
