Job Title: Shipping Coordinator
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Shipping Coordinator responsible for preparing and shipping orders, ensuring all materials are accurately documented and packaged. This role involves operating forklifts, maintaining shipping records, and adhering to all safety and compliance standards within a chemical environment.

ResponsibilitiesPrepare orders for shipment and move materials within the warehouse to the shipping area.Package and prepare materials for shipment, including special preparation and paperwork for hazardous materials.Create required documentation for both domestic and foreign shipments, stamping, typing, or writing as needed.Affix appropriate labeling according to shipment requirements.Examine ongoing shipments to ensure they meet internal and external specifications and procedures.Maintain accurate shipping records and verify documentation for accuracy and completeness.Ship packages by mail, messenger, or identified carriers, using all relevant internal and external procedures.Operate forklift truck and hand truck to load shipments.Perform electronic system transactions to reflect movement of material and products.Assist in maintaining inventory of shipping materials and supplies to ensure adequate supplies are available.Actively participate in corporate and team continuous improvement and safety activities.Complete all required training and understand workplace hazards, taking steps to prevent and report any injuries, hazards, or malfunctioning equipment.Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with company, ISO, and OHSAS standards.Essential SkillsMinimum of a High school diploma (or GED equivalent).At least 2 years of related warehouse/shipping experience.Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.Experience with shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, inventory, and forklift operation.Proficiency in computer skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in shipping hazardous goods packages/freight via ground, air, and ocean.Hazardous goods certification(s): DOT, IATA, IMDG 49 CFR.Prior JDE or similar ERP system experience.Forklift license.Why Work Here?

Join our team and benefit from a collaborative work culture that values safety and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and development within a supportive environment.

Work Environment

This position is within a chemical environment. The ideal candidate will have experience shipping chemicals and will follow all safety and compliance standards. The role involves handling hazardous materials, requiring certification in DOT, IATA, and IMDG 49 CFR. Dress code and safety gear are mandatory to ensure a safe working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of WEST HAVEN, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Haven,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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