Shipping Associate

Silvus Technologies; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Silvus Technologies, headquartered in West Los Angeles, seeks a Shipping Associate to manage outbound shipments, inspect items, pack, and handle shipping paperwork for domestic and international orders.

You'll report to the Shipping Manager and work onsite Monday–Friday starting at 8:00 am, with emphasis on inventory control, transportation coordination, and ensuring timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience using shipping systems and software (e.g., FedEx, UPS, DHL).
• Experience shipping commercial goods, domestic and international.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in a fast-paced office.

Responsibilities

• Manage outbound shipments, including inspection, packing, and documentation.
• Oversee packaging material inventories and supply for shipping needs.
• Coordinate packaging and shipping of orders, including trade shows logistics.
• Arrange transportation and carrier services to meet delivery schedules.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Shipping experience

Google Suite

MS Office

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

FedEx

UPS

DHL

Job description

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of \"Keeping Our Heroes Connected\"?

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a Shipping Associate to manage outbound shipments, including inspection, packing, and paperwork. This role also involves handling inventory, coordinating transportation, and ensuring timely deliveries.

This position reports to the Shipping Manager and is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, with a start time of 8:00 am. The location for this role is at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all aspects of outbound shipments, including inspection, packing, and accurate preparation of shipping documentation for both domestic and international orders.


• Manage packaging material inventories, ensuring adequate supply for shipping needs.


• Manage the packaging and shipping process of customer orders, as well as the handling of logistics for trade shows.


• Coordinate transportation and carrier services to ensure timely delivery schedules.


• Perform other related duties as necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED required.


• Minimum 1 year of experience using systems and software like FedEx, UPS, and DHL.


• Experience in shipping, preferably in a manufacturing environment.


• Experience shipping commercial goods to international destinations.


• Highly proficient in Google Suite and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).


• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Prior experience in a fast-paced office environment, meeting multiple deadlines.


• NOTE - Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.


• Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, reliability, and teamwork.


• A willingness to learn and adapt to evolving tasks and responsibilities as the company grows.


• Knowledge of and commitment to safety protocols and practices within a shipping environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  
  
  
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  
  
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
  
  
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. when receiving incoming part shipments.
  
  
  
  

COMPENSATION

The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

CA Pay Range

$21 - $22 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

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