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Hazardous Materials Shipper

  • Livermore, CA, United States

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Experience
Minimum of 2 years of warehouse, shipping, distribution, or logistics experience, preferably involving hazardous materials shipments.
Posting language
English

Original job description

Company Overview: Gexpro Services is a world-class Supply Chain Services outsource provider, specializing in developing and managing production inventory management programs. Our managed inventory programs are designed to support manufacturing OEM’s with their engineered production material specifications, fulfillment, and quality requirements.

Hazardous Materials Shipper Benefits: Gexpro Services offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and pet insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee assistance program and Health wellness programs
  • 401(k) immediately with a competitive match
  • Several paid holidays and paid time off that includes personal, sick and vacation time.

Position Summary: The Hazardous Materials Shipper is responsible for preparing, packaging, documenting, and coordinating shipments of hazardous materials and other regulated products in accordance with applicable transportation regulations, established warehouse procedures, and customer requirements. This position primarily supports Lam Research operations while also assisting with hazardous materials shipments for other Gexpro Services customers.

The Hazardous Materials Shipper ensures shipments are accurately processed, properly packaged, labeled, and documented to support safe and compliant transportation. As operational needs require, this position may also support general warehouse functions, including picking, packing, receiving, shipping, and material handling.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Prepare, package, label, mark, and process hazardous materials shipments in accordance with applicable transportation regulations, carrier requirements, and established company procedures.
  • Coordinate hazardous materials shipping activities, primarily supporting Lam Research and other Gexpro Services customers as business needs require.
  • Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS), product information, shipping instructions, and established hazardous materials classifications to ensure shipments are prepared accurately.
  • Verify hazardous materials shipping information, including UN identification numbers, proper shipping names, hazard classes, and applicable packaging requirements.
  • Prepare and maintain required shipping documentation, including shipping papers, dangerous goods declarations, and other applicable transportation records.
  • Ensure shipments meet applicable Department of Transportation (DOT), International Air Transport Association (IATA), and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) requirements based on the applicable mode of transportation.
  • Process domestic and international shipments using established warehouse management systems, shipping software, and carrier platforms.
  • Verify customer orders, part numbers, quantities, shipping destinations, and packaging requirements before shipment.
  • Coordinate with warehouse personnel, customer service representatives, and transportation providers to support accurate and timely order fulfillment.
  • Identify and escalate shipping discrepancies, damaged materials, documentation errors, or potential regulatory compliance concerns.
  • Inspect, stage, and prepare shipments for carrier pickup in accordance with established safety and handling procedures.
  • Maintain accurate shipping records and complete required hazardous materials training appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
  • Assist with general warehouse activities, including picking, packing, receiving, stocking, inventory management, and material handling as operational needs require.
  • Assist common carriers and warehouse personnel with loading and unloading vehicles, as needed.
  • Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet wrappers, and other warehouse equipment when trained and authorized.
  • Contribute to a culture and environment focused daily on employee safety and a safe work environment and assume responsibility for immediately addressing or escalating safety concerns.
  • Follow all established warehouse Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
  • Maintain warehouse areas and keep shelves, workstations, and floors in clean condition.
  • Other duties as assigned.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Gexpro Services. Hazardous Materials Shipper Skills, Knowledge, and Education Requirements: The Hazardous Materials Shipper should preferably possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. Additionally, the ideal candidate should preferably possess the following skills:

  • Minimum of 2 years of warehouse, shipping, distribution, or logistics experience, preferably involving hazardous materials shipments.
  • Previous experience preparing, packaging, labeling, and documenting hazardous materials or dangerous goods shipments strongly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of DOT hazardous materials shipping regulations under 49 CFR.
  • Familiarity with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and IMDG Code requirements preferred.
  • Current hazardous materials transportation training appropriate to assigned shipping responsibilities preferred, or ability to successfully complete required training.
  • Experience reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), shipping documentation, and hazardous materials packaging requirements.
  • Previous experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing, industrial distribution, or manufacturing OEM customers preferred.
  • Strong understanding of warehouse shipping, order fulfillment, inventory movement, and material handling processes.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing customer orders, shipping documentation, and product information.
  • Strong time management, multitasking, prioritization, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to follow detailed work instructions, safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and customer-specific shipping guidelines.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, warehouse leadership, and transportation providers.
  • Goal-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
  • Proficiency in WMS and Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel, preferred.
  • Ability to operate forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet wrappers, and other warehouse equipment as required.
  • Ability to stand continuously, lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, and perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity.
  • Ability to work overtime when necessary.

Compensation Range: $XX, XXX - $XX, XXX The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. Gexpro Services is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment. With this in mind, if you encounter difficulty using our online application system due to disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please email hr@gexproservices.com so that we can provide appropriate assistance. Gexpro Services (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor) is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

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