Driver, Transportation & Logistics, Transportation

Job Summary
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented

Job Title:

Driver / Shipping Operator



Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Driver to join our customer a global aerospace parts manufacturer. This role combines local driving responsibilities with essential shipping and dock operations. The ideal candidate will ensure all quality, safety, and productivity requirements are met in a cost-effective manner while safely operating company delivery vehicles.

• Driving Operations:
  Safely drive company delivery vehicles between vendors, facilities, and other designated areas.
• Shipment Planning:
  Collaborate with management and quality teams to align with weekly shipment plans and proactively problem-solve any shipment errors.
• Safety & Efficiency:
  Follow and enforce all company safety rules and meet established efficiency standards.
• Cost Management:
  Identify, implement, and track cost-reduction activities related to trucking and shipping logistics.

• Logistics & Documentation:
  Coordinate with shipping and trucking companies. Prepare comprehensive shipment paperwork, including Bills of Lading (BOL), labels, waybills, export declarations, certifications, and required customs documentation.
• Shipment Preparation:
  Affix shipping labels to packed cartons. Prepare final outgoing shipments, including weighing, quantity verification, banding, commercial documentation, and loading onto common carrier trucks.
• Inventory & Supplies:
  Track inventory on shipping containers and dock supplies (e.g., corrugated containers and miscellaneous warehouse supplies).
• Communication:
  Proactively communicate shortages, logistics issues, or delays to the Operations Manager, purchasing, and Customer Service Representatives. Provide seamless shift-to-shift communication to keep the team aligned.
• Equipment & Traffic Control:
  Monitor forklift daily checks, report findings, and coordinate truck traffic to align with daily business needs.
• Teamwork:
  Maintain a organized workspace and a positive work atmosphere. Handle any additional duties as required or assigned.

• Previous professional truck driving experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and freight rates.
• Experience operating a forklift (and conducting daily safety checks) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail with paperwork/documentation.