Shipping Coordinator - Gichner

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

To prepare and coordinate shipments for accurate and on time delivery of product. Maintain Shipping records as required by GSS & government procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Requests Government Bills of Lading.
• Prepares DD250is/WAWF per contract release.
• Prepares DD1149is per FAR requirements.
• Enters shipment requirements into Exostar.
• Prepares Commercial Invoices.
• Prepares Packing Lists using online program.
• Prepares Bills of Lading.
• Proper distribution of all paperwork.
• Haz-Mat preparation and shipment per 49CFR.
• Regulations regarding Haz-Mat transportation.
• Identification and security of Government furnished property.
• Inventory report of all Finished Goods as required.
• Maintains Shipping department records.
• Acquiring transportation quotes.
• Makes final shipping arrangements with Freight Carriers/Forwarders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Packaging of small parts
• Preparing parts and paperwork for outsourcing. Complete all system transactions as required.
• Continually look for opportunities to improve manufacturing time and cost and provides data to support the improvements.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with peers, supervisors & customers.

Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.

Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

Advanced knowledge and application of MS Office Suite including Excel.i

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required: College/university education in Supply Chain field or equivalent experience.

Required: 2 to 4 years related experience in Supply Chain.

Required: HazMat Shipping Certification.

Preferred: APICS Certification or in persuit of Certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office environment.

Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.

Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).

Ability to lift iup to 10 pounds.

Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.