About this position

Looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in global innovation? Engineer a better future with Aerotech, a global leader in precision motion and automation. Our customers create some of the most innovative products on the planet, from life-saving medical devices to tools for deep space exploration. Our precision motion and automation systems make it all possible.

Build a lasting, satisfying career at Aerotech, where we foster growth, empower employees and promote from within. You'll find unparalleled opportunities and a company that values your voice. We also provide an extensive total rewards compensation system, including:

Bonus payments every 6 months
Rich health plans
Retirement planning with our 100% company-paid Employee Stock Ownership Trust

If you’re mechanically inclined or technically savvy with a passion for cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary:
The Shipping Supervisor provides day-to-day supervision to Shipping employees

Essential Functions:

Manages the coordination of logistics and shipping companies for pickups and deliveries
Serves as point of contact for logistics and crating of shipments
Leads and manages all Shipping personnel through candidate selection, interviewing, onboarding, and employee training
Monitors team member performance through coaching, counseling, and, when necessary disciplining employees
Schedules and assigns employee tasks
Determines methods of packaging for various products
Provides quotes to customer or Accounting team by estimating final size and weight of system shipments
Communicates with other departments regarding specific customer requirements on methods of packaging for shipments
Maintains physical condition of department by planning and implementing design layouts, periodically inspects current equipment, and creates requisitions for repair or replacement
Oversees and enforces the safe operation of cranes, lifts, and forklift
Interacts professionally with customer, or customer’s logistics teams, while coordinating shipments
Ensures loads are properly strapped, secured, and covered to guarantee safe delivery of Aerotech products
Generates charts and presentations from data pulled from ERP
Interfaces with Export, Carrier, and Customer portals routinely to abide by customer shipment requirements
Collaborates with Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering leadership to ensure a high level of internal customer satisfaction

Additional Duties:

Evaluates issues with packaging and determines corrective actions
As assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Advanced interpersonal skills; able to work well in a team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of communicating information to ensure understanding
Understanding of Incoterms
Quick-learner with the ability to transfer the acquired knowledge to others
Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail; ability to type accurately and proficiently
Ability to gather data to compile information, and prepare supporting documentation
Understanding of export documentation and requirements for international shipments

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Supply Chain or similar field preferred
5+ years of experience with shipping and receiving logistics
2+ years of experience in a leadership role
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.
Must complete forklift operator course or forklift review course within 3 months months of employment

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts
The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Benefits:

Aerotech has been advancing industries with our precision motion technology for more than 50 years. Our employees are our future, and we continue to grow by investing in our employees through continuous paid on-the-job training in a clean and climate-controlled environment, while providing the following exceptional benefits and more!

Competitive compensation
Bi-annual bonus
Annual raise eligibility
UPMC Health Insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Trust
401k
Paid time off
Parental leave
Monday to Friday standard schedule
Optional overtime - including Saturdays
Referral program
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement

Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in the future without employer sponsorship.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.

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Aerotech, Inc. is providing this notice to applicants regarding our use of Automated Decision-Making Technology (ADMT). We use these tools to assist in evaluating job applications and identifying qualified candidates for our open positions.

We utilize ADMT for initial screening purposes through automated "knockout questions" to determine if a candidate meets the minimum mandatory requirements for a role.

You have the right to opt-out of ADMT by applying using the following link: General Application without ADMT