Logistics Shipping Clerk

Columbia Helicopters, Inc.; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Aurora, Oregon is seeking a Logistics Shipping Clerk to manage the packaging and shipping of materials to ensure on-time deliveries for both domestic and international clients. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of shipping experience, and valid HAZMAT Shipping Certification. Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential for this role. Join our dynamic team and help us optimize the shipping experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in material handling and direct shipping experience.
• Valid HAZMAT Shipping Certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a CDL as required.

Responsibilities

• Package materials and prepare documentation for shipping dangerous goods.
• Determine optimal shipping methods using knowledge of rates and routes.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

Skills

Shipping procedures understanding

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission‑ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our ColumbiaFamily!

The Logistics Shipping Clerk is responsible for packaging and shipping materials to both domestic and international locations ensuring on time deliveries meeting or exceeding the needs of the customer. Collaborate with the customers to offer best outcome solutions. Continuously seek improved methods to optimize the shipping experience.

What you will do

• Handle materials to be shipped according to applicable manuals, company procedures, industry standards, and customer needs.
• Package materials and prepare required documentation to ship dangerous goods according to CFR‑49 IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for both domestic and international.
• Determine best method of shipment by utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, rates and routes as required.
• Use packing equipment and materials appropriately to ensure integrity of the articles shipped are maintained during the physical shipment of the materials.
• Create required shipping documents (UPS, FedEx, etc.) and coordinate with carriers to ensure timely deliveries and resolution of any delays in deliveries.
• Use of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications skills and other necessary software.
• Keep and verify records on incoming and outgoing shipments as required.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials as well as supplies.
• Exercise effective cost‑control measures ensuring on time delivery while optimizing freight cost.

What we need from you

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in material handling and direct shipping experience.
• Ability to interpret all documentation used in the shipping process.
• Valid HAZMAT Shipping Certification preferred.
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a CDL as required.
• Experience operating a forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Must be detail oriented to ensure accuracy and compliance of various shipping documents.
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Maintain a good working relationship with all team members, stakeholders and customers.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, without losing track of any of the tasks.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)