Shipping Specialist

The role

You will manage the movement of items to support production, test, and launch operations. This includes preparing shipments, coordinating logistics, and ensuring compliance with global trade regulations.

What you will do

• Process outbound material through ERP system
• Package and manifest parcel, LTL, and large freight
• Manifest consignments and schedule movements with carriers
• Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders for pick-up and delivery
• Prepare shipping labels, packing slips, and other documents
• Verify accuracy of shipping information
• Inspect and package products for shipment
• Determine cost-effective and efficient shipping methods
• Track and monitor shipments and update tracking systems
• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and requirements

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of shipping experience
• Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in freight and expedited shipping
• Experience with international shipping, export (ITAR, EAR, BIS etc.) and customs regulations
• Proven experience as a Shipping Specialist or in a similar role with high volume manufacturing, aerospace, automotive or commercial aircraft environment
• Strong knowledge of shipping procedures, regulations, and documentation
• Familiarity with shipping software and systems, such as UPS WorldShip, MyDHL or FedEx Ship Manager
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with team members

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Company shuttles from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday

Before you apply

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, o

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make human life on Mars possible.