Export Material Handler

A. O. Smith Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A.O. Smith Corporation seeks a logistics coordinator in El Paso, TX to manage import/export activities, coordinate material flow with Juarez, and maintain accurate documentation.

The role requires 2+ years in logistics, bilingual English/Spanish, SAP and Excel skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines while ensuring safety and compliance. Candidates will help produce KPI reports, support transport operations, and handle paperwork for customs and Aduanas.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of logistics or import/export experience.
• Excellent written and oral English and Spanish communication.
• Strong knowledge of US/Mexican customs regulations and classification.
• Proficient with Excel; SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with carriers to ensure timely planning, pick up, and delivery of inbound and outbound material.
• Coordinate flow of material between El Paso and Juarez.
• Utilize Outlook, Excel, SAP, and Livingston Reports to monitor incoming material.
• Ensure compliance with CTPAT regulations and secure dock operations.
• Support Transport Operations by creating and publishing KPI reports.
• Manage exports by inspecting incoming material against packing slips.
• Report discrepancies to Juarez buyers and handle customs paperwork.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

SAP

Excel

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Livingston Reports

MS Excel

Job description

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

Tow-motor and forklift certified. Ability to perform any job function within Distribution Operations. Learn the warehouse management system, SAP. Maintain a high level of productivity while performing the job safely, accurately, and at high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Work with carriers to ensure timely planning, pick up, and delivery of all inbound and outbound material.
• Coordinate flow of material between El Paso and Juarez.
• Utilize tools including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SAP, and Vastera applications to monitor incoming material.
• Ensure compliance with CTPAT regulations. (Dock doors are shut when not in use, only authorized personnel in receiving area, all gates are closed at all times)
• Support Transport Operations by creating and publishing regular key Performance Indicator reports.
• Manage exports by inspecting all incoming material by matching material to the packing slip.
• Report any discrepancies to Juarez buyers.
• Ensure to hand out all Aduanas and Customs paperwork to driver.
• A small amount of travel may be required.
• Some overtime will be required.
• Other duties may be assigned
• Classify MRO, Chemicals and Raw Materials for Export

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Good understanding of US/Mexican Customs regulations & Classification
• Ability to work under date/time driven deadlines.
• Competent computer skills, specifically Excel.
• SAP and Livingston Reports preferred.
• Must have a general understanding of import and export process.
• Strong customer orientation, sense of urgency, and problem resolution skills.
• Housekeeping is a must (area must be maintained clean & organized)
• Must be able to operate a squeeze clamp truck & forklift truck

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing and frequent bending and reaching.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and with assistance

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.