Shipping Associate, Lead

Job Description Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) designs, develops, and manufactures advanced composite components in order to help our customers push the frontiers of innovation. Our core strength is our ability to produce highly tailored, complex composite components. With our unique blend of products – including 3D woven structures, traditional and non-traditional 2D composite structures, and discrete through thickness reinforcement technologies, to name a few – AEC is able to produce composite components and products which meet performance and cost specifications often beyond the reach of metallic or conventional laminated composites. Job Purpose To support and assist and all duties of the shipping department Job Responsibilities In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following values: Safety, Fact Based, Accountable, Respectful, Persistence and Ethical. Put Safety first at all times, never compromise on safety for the obtainment of other objectives. Responsible for health and safety of themselves and coworkers. Daily material handling activities at the AECOrganize and complete all shipping functions for multiple programsProcess all shipments in Albany, transportation company and customer systemsWork with Quality and Customer Source inspection to receive product to be shipped and insure paperwork is accurateCoordinate export shipments in accordance with government regulationsTrack and order shipping supplies and coordinate with procurement expedite requirementsLoading and unloading freight vehicles with forklift and necessary material handling equipmentPackage material for transport/storage as requiredWork flexible hours to achieve daily departmental objectivesUnderstand and work on customer shipment schedulesPrepare outbound shipments and make necessary logistics arrangementsPrepare all outbound shipment documentationObserve Safety policies, programs and initiatives including work place organizationEnsure that all company and governmental policies and procedures are adhered to. Troubleshoot and assist in solving problems. Drive continuous improvements in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. Housekeeping and organization (5S) of the work areas (Receiving, Stockroom and Warehouse)Interact and coordinate activities with other departments as necessaryEmbody the Albany Engineered Composites core values Safety, Respect, Ethical Behavior, Fact-Based, Accountability, and Persistence. Any other duties assignedNothing in this document restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Shift Day Experience/Education/Skills High school/ Associates degree or equivalent experience. Experience may be substituted for education at management’s discretionValid driver’s licenseSAP system experience preferred5 years Shipping experience preferredMust be able to demonstrate organizational skillsAbility to work independently with little supervisionDetail oriented in terms of documentation Skills: Basic math skillsExceptional organizational skillsMultitasking abilitiesComplete forklift and powerlift certificationSafely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment and be able to pass certification Abilities: Computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word, SAP)Complete IATA, IMG and ground Dangerous Goods certification as requiredPerform Shipping and Receiving functions as requiredAbility to communicate in English via written and spoken wordsAbility to safely lift up to 50lbs. Proper use of safety and personal protective equipment Working Conditions Indoor production environment, adequate lighting and comfortable temperatures. Occasional exposure to moderate noise and machinery with mechanical moving parts. Ability to work 24/7 schedule and be available as business situations required, overtime dependent on business need. Physical Requirements Frequent repetitive hand movements, use of hand tools – band cutters, box cutters, scissors, etc… Must be able to detect and recognize visual differences between materials or parts, etc… Frequently moves materials and parts >25 lbs between pallets and carts As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire US Persons. Visa sponsorship is not being offered. Relocation is being provided. The Benefits: Top notch benefits program including generous 401(k) match, paid time off, personal days, flexible schedule and strong commitment to work/life balance. How to Apply: We follow OFCCP guidelines for accepting applications. Please apply at www.albint.com We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.