Shipping Specialist

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Shipping Specialist to move materials for production, test, and launch. You will package, manifest, and track items, ensuring compliance and on-time delivery across freight modes.

You will handle hazmat declarations, maintain records, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors. Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight and expedited shipping.
• Knowledge of dangerous goods handling per CFR/IATA.
• Experience in international shipping and EEI filing.
• Experience with ERP systems and high-volume environments.
• Strong computer skills with MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Process hazmat shipments including CFR/IATA packaging and declarations.
• Package and manifest parcel, LTL, and freight to ensure integrity.
• Maintain records of shipping documents and perform cycle counts.
• Track shipments and update delivery status with requestors.
• Operate forklifts and coordinate with drivers to meet cutoffs.
• Process outbound material through ERP and liaise with internal departments.
• Maintain orderly shipping area and accurate traceability labels.

Skills

Freight shipping

Expedited shipping

International shipping

EEI filing

High-volume manufacturing

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Shipping Specialist

As a shipping specialist, you will be responsible for the expedient movement of designated items needed to support production, test, and launch operations. Primary functions of the shipping specialist include the packaging, manifesting, and tracking of materials as requested by internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Process hazmat shipments including the classification, appropriate CFR/IATA packaging, manifesting, and shipping declarations
• Properly package and manifest parcel, LTL, and large freight as required to ensure product integrity throughout the transportation cycle to intended destination
• Manifest consignments with information provided by requestor, and schedule movements accordingly based on delivery demand (FedEx, UPS, 3PL vendors, expedite courier services, etc.); ensure that each package has the correct information and configuration to guarantee intended delivery conditions
• Create shipping documents, packing slips, shipping labels, BOL's, and hazmat declaration (if required) meeting SpaceX processing requirements
• Create/print identifying labels for all material/packages being shipped for traceability
• File and maintain records of shipping documents per departmental guidelines
• Perform cycle counts to assure proper inventory is allocated in shipping-owned incoming/outgoing areas
• Track critical shipments, and update delivery status to requestors
• Ensure system integrity for all shipments including coordination with requestor and distribution center(s) to ensure timely product delivery
• Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with best business practices
• Accurately update required tracking systems (spreadsheets, modules, external data sources)
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment per safety procedures to load carriers as required in order to load material onto delivery trucks competently and without incident
• Coordinate with internal delivery system drivers/material handlers to pick up and expedite material to the shipping department to avoid cutoffs and evade flight delays
• Maintain good customer relationships, and provide timely updates on shipments as needed to both origin and destination
• Process outbound material through ERP system; partner with appropriate departments to ensure quality and quantity of material is delivered to vendors
• Maintain good housekeeping in area

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years in a shipping role

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in freight and expedited shipping
• Understanding of the difference between limited quantities and excepted quantities when shipping dangerous goods ensure proper mode per 49/CFR, IATA is selected
• Experience in international shipping
• Experience in filing EEI’s in manifesting software systems
• Experience in a high volume manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or commercial aircraft environment
• Experiencewith ERP system(s)
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft, Excel and Power Point
• Certified to operating a forklift or other material handling motorized vehicles and equipment
• Comprehension of shipping International goods to Asia, UK and South America
• Comprehension of shipping temperature sensitive items within the US