Shipping Clerk- Lead

Teledyne FLIR; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Shipping Lead to oversee daily outbound shipping, ensure orders are complete and on time, and maintain inventory accuracy. You will lead the shipping team, coach staff, and coordinate with Receiving, Production, Planning, Purchasing and Quality.

The role emphasizes process improvement, safety, and compliance with customer requirements, ERP entries in XA, and service excellence for internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of shipping, warehouse, or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring others preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems (XA preferred).
• Strong understanding of shipping documentation, domestic and international shipping practices, and inventory transactions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily outbound shipping activities, ensuring orders are complete, accurate, and shipping on schedule.
• Assign daily priorities and provide guidance, coaching, and support to shipping personnel.
• Train new team members and reinforce standard work, safety practices, and shipping procedures.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, certifications, and shipping documentation prior to shipment.
• Ensure all shipments are accurately entered into the XA ERP system and comply with customer requirements.
• Coordinate pickups with UPS, FedEx, freight carriers, and customers while resolving shipping issues.
• Ensure packaging, labeling, and documentation meet requirements.
• Monitor shipping metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and workflow.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts and collaboration with Receiving.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area with supplies stocked.
• Communicate shipment status and delays with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Quality.
• Investigate shipping discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Be a resource for the shipping team and promote cross-department teamwork.
• Support process improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

XA ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description Position Summary

The Shipping Lead is responsible for leading daily shipping operations to ensure custom orders are prepared, packaged, documented, and shipped accurately and on time. This role provides day-to-day leadership for the shipping team, promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and serves as the primary point of contact shipping-related activities. The Shipping Lead works closely with Receiving, Production, Planning, Purchasing, and Quality to maintain workflow efficiency, inventory accuracy, and exceptional customer service while supporting the ongoing development of the shipping department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily outbound shipping activities, ensuring orders are complete, accurate, and shipping on schedule.
• Assign daily priorities and provide guidance, coaching, and support to shipping personnel.
• Train new team members and reinforce standard work, safety practices, and shipping procedures.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, certifications, and shipping documentation prior to shipment.
• Ensure all shipments are accurately entered into the ERP system (XA) and comply with customer requirements.
• Coordinate pickups with UPS, FedEx, freight carriers, and customers while proactively resolving shipping issues.
• Ensure packaging, labeling, and documentation meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor shipping metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and workflow.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, transaction verification, and collaboration with Receiving.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area while ensuring shipping supplies and materials remain available.
• Communicate shipment status, priorities, and potential delays with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Quality.
• Investigate shipping discrepancies and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Serves as a resource for the shipping team by helping remove obstacles and promoting teamwork across departments.
• Support departmental initiatives and contribute to process improvements that enhance customer satisfaction and operational performance.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of shipping, warehouse, or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring others preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems (XA preferred).
• Strong understanding of shipping documentation, domestic and international shipping practices, and inventory transactions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to identify and implement better processes.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks, carts, and other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. throughout the workday.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $44,500.00-$59,300.000 The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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