Non-Hazardous Materials Shipper; Materials Management Specialist

Position: Non-Hazardous Materials Shipper (Materials Management Specialist 2)
** What You Will Do*
* The Logistics - Materials Management (LOG-MM) Group is the central organization responsible for the distribution, transportation, shipping, and receiving of all material goods between Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and external customers.

The Shipping Traffic Team located within LOG-MM supports LANL programs related to the transportation and traffic management of all material goods. The Materials Management Specialist 2 will work directly under the Shipping Team Leader to support LANL shipping and traffic management.  Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

+ Operating forklifts of various capacities.

+ Operating material handling equipment.

+ Working with computer applications.

+ Communicating with customers, peers, and various levels of management.

+ Coordinating and scheduling pick-ups of shipments with external vendors.

+ Packaging and preparing material for shipping.

+ Facilitating shipments from cradle to grave.

+ Preparing all documentation in compliance with regulations for shipments.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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Experience with arranging and coordinating shipments including small parcels (ex. Fed Ex), Less Than Truckload (LTL) Shipments and Truckload Shipments (TL).

+ Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and follow-through to completion multiple tasks, often under strict deadlines, frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills, including a commitment to teamwork, mentoring, and open communication skills. Excellent customer service skills.

+ Commitment to safety, security, environment, quality, and diversity in the workplace.

+ Ability to comprehend and execute institutional policies and procedures.

+ Ability to obtain forklift certification.

+ Ability to obtain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance.

** Education/

Experience:

** Position requires a Associate's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Experience in shipping/traffic management operations within a D.O.E / NNSA contractors' facility.

+ Experience in shipping materials through all modes of transportation including ground, air, and ocean.

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Experience with obtaining rate quotes.

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Experience with specific computer-based systems including, Oracle, ATLAS, Federal Express, and other LANL/DOE based computer application systems.

+ Knowledge of LANL programs, sites, and facilities.

+ Experience operating material handling equipment.

+ Active LANL forklift certification.

+ Active Department of Energy "Q" clearance.

** Essential Job Functions**  (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Color discrimination, peripheral vision, binocular vision, reading vision, distance vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz), depth perception, sitting, standing, walking, gripping with the hands, typing or keyboarding, fine motor control, use of both hands, use of both arms, use of both legs, use of both feet, carrying 30+ pounds, lifting 30+ pounds

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* Work Location:

** The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

** Position Commitment:
** Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

** Note to Applicants:*
* + Please provide a comprehensive cover letter that details how you meet the requirements for this position.

+ Occasional travel may be required.

** Where You Will Work*
* Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

+ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

+ Dental and vision insurance

+ Free basic life and disability insurance

+ Paid childbirth and parental leave

+ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

+ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

+ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

+ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

+ Extensive…