Shipping Specialist

Element Solutions Inc; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Shipping Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring timely and compliant shipping of materials. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will interact with various departments, manage logistics, and provide essential support to the Environmental, Health and Safety functions. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this role provides opportunities for career growth and personal development. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact in the electronics industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

PTO/Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have IATA and DOT Hazardous Material Training certifications.
• High school diploma required; two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping of materials and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Interact with customs and shipping companies to resolve issues.
• Provide administrative support to the EHS function.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Two-Year Degree

Certificates from IATA and DOT

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SAP

JDE

Job description

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability, and sustainability in electronic materials.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Shipping Specialist to ensure that all incoming material is received properly and disbursed in a timely manner at the New Jersey MacDermid Alpha site. The position is also charged with ensuring that all available materials (domestic and international) ship on time and in a cost-effective manner. The position will also provide administrative and technical support to the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) function, as well as some site support functions as needed and as requested.

What will you be doing?

• Acts as main contact for shipping of material (equipment, materials, machinery, bulk items, products, etc.) for all departments at the New Jersey MAES facility.
• Monitors carrier shipments/deliveries coming into the site from outside vendors and globally.
• Interacts regularly with the ESI Logistics Manager on issues that may arise with shipments.
• Interacts directly with US Customs to resolve issues/problems with shipments.
• Interacts with shipping companies when shipping bulk items to determine value/cost.
• Produces labels and documentation for shipping Samples for preforms and paste to customers and other MacDermid Alpha/ESI sites.
• Enters receivers in the JDE computer system.
• Assists in inspecting incoming material for compliance with internal requirements.
• Assures all needed purchase orders and paperwork are available for smooth JDE entry.
• Updates and records receiver worksheets to assure all material received is recorded and entered in JDE.
• Generates bills of lading for outbound shipping and handles all necessary customer documentation for delivery.
• Performs the shipping of small packages via appropriate and least expensive delivery services.
• Generates required documents to import and export shipments and receipts.
• Ensures compliance with all hazardous material shipping requirements as related to Hazmat, IATA, Customs regulations, etc. Completes TSCA forms as required.
• Troubleshoots and resolves shipping-related issues.
• Provides administrative and technical support as needed to the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) function.
• Upon request and as needed, may provide some site support functions.

Who are You?

• Must possess certificates and training from the following organizations in order to perform the essential duties of this job:
  • International Air Traffic Association
  • DOT Hazardous Material Training
• Must possess a high school diploma or two to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. A two-year degree is desirable.

What competencies will you need?

• A shipping background is helpful.
• Outstanding organizational abilities are needed.
• Work effectively across all functions in the Company.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, as well as demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels.
• Positive attitude, self-starter, and proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Accomplished Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills. Experience with SAP and/or JDE is a plus.
• Must be able to maintain a level of confidentiality related to sensitive business issues.

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future- We are committed to solving the complete and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on bringing cutting-edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards, and an appropriate work-life balance.

As part of the MAES Team, you will have:

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan), and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• Innovative work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

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 status as a protected veteran.