Shipping coordinator

Company Description

Magnaflux, a division of Illinois Tool Works (Fortune 250), is a leading worldwide supplier of magnetic particle, dye penetrant inspection equipment and associated chemical products used for applications within the Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas and Energy markets.

As part of ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world.

With over 85 years in the industry, Magnaflux offers employees a competitive salary, 401k, paid time off and a comprehensive benefit package.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Shipping Coordinator (Export, Import & Domestic) to join our team at our facility in DeWitt, IA.

This role would be well suited to someone with high computer literacy and a strong attention to detail who thrives in a fast paced, dynamic environment with a willingness to learn and progress.

Training and relevant certifications will be provided through the onboarding period, and in future to ensure continued professional development within the role.

Essential Job Duties :

• Process bills of lading, purchase orders, and all documentation necessary to complete a domestic and / or export customer’s order.
• Follow appropriate procedures which are DOT, IATA and IMO requirements for transportation of hazardous materials.
• Ensure compliance with shipper and governing bodies instructions.
• Obtain quotes, schedule, and track shipments : air, ground, small packages, and ocean shipments.
• Maintain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, such as customer service, freight forwarders and vendors.
• Make shipping arrangements with the freight forwarder and detailing INCO Terms, shipping weights, dimensions, classification of material and ship to and ship from addresses.
• Contribute to Import / Export Customs Compliance audits and meetings.
• Resolve freight and / or trucking claims.
• Ensure that shipping documentation is kept up to date and compliant.
• Assist the Shipping Manager / Supervisor to drive continuous improvement to the Safety Risk Assessment.
• Apply problem solving approach to simplify and optimize existing departmental processes.
• Any other departmental duties as required by line manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience of import and export shipping documentation essential.
• Experience of shipping hazardous materials is desirable but not essential.
• Computer literate with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and works at high level of accuracy.
• Customer centered approach to tasks.
• Ability to manage internal and external stakeholders with a professional approach taken at all times.
• Occasional travel may be required to ensure on-boarding and ongoing training obligations are met.

Additional Information

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Last updated : 2024-03-30