Shipping Manager

　　Lakewood, WA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=4825+100th+St+SW+Lakewood+WA+USA+98499)

　　Description

　　Aero Precision’s roots are deeply tied to aerospace, and our drive for clean, perfect engineering and machining stems from that. When you’re building something that will fly in the air, there is no margin for error. We take that same approach in the firearms industry. Not every manufacturer will have razor thin tolerance levels. Not every manufacturer will personally oversee the development, design and machining of every part that comes off the line. We’re not every manufacturer.

　　The Opportunity.The Shipping Manager primary responsibility is to ensure timely, accurate, and secure shipping and distribution. This position is responsible for establishing a world class shipping operation that leverages automation. Creates strategic objectives and establishes goals and initiatives to drive toward these objectives. This position actively supports the company’s goals by applying performance management techniques, reviewing workflow, resolving constraints, and enforcing quality and LEAN ideologies.

　　The Job.

　　Compliance

　　Assure ATF or State compliance processes and procedures are in adherence to Federal, State and Local laws as it relates to the transportation of firearms and firearms components.

　　Assure adherence to federal export control regulations, including EAR and ITAR.

　　Ensure Bound Book entries are complete and accurate.

　　Safety

　　Maintain a safe working area for employees at all times.

　　Comply with all Environmental, Health and Safety policies, procedures and regulations.

　　Ensure employees are equipped with, and using, appropriate PPE.

　　Ensure that all employees operating powered industrial lifts are certified and licensed.

　　Conduct safety briefings or training as required or necessary.

　　Leadership

　　Responsible for maintaining high employee morale through cultivation of a positive work environment.

　　Coach and mentor employees to achieve peak performance potential.

　　Assess employees’ productivity and the work performance of employees, while identifying and addressing areas that need improvement.

　　Work with Human Resources to resolve employee issues.

　　Handle employee complaints/grievances and resolve problems.

　　Oversee team schedules, hours worked and performance.

　　Assist in the recruitment, selection and onboarding of new hires.

　　Train new hires and transfers in their new roles.

　　Manage employees’ scheduling, time-off requests and approve timecards.

　　Operations

　　Utilize SAP and other systems to record and track all shipping transactions, analyze performance metrics, and generate reports.

　　Develop, measure/monitor, and act on key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when needed.

　　Resolve problems concerning logistics systems, imports and exports, transportation and customer issues related to shipping.

　　Transportation

　　Negotiate best pricing and terms with transportation carriers. This involves acting as a liaison for corporate decision makers and relaying counteroffers back to superiors.

　　Develop annual transportation budget and monitor costs throughout the fiscal year.

　　Develop and maintain relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and vendors.

　　Continuous Improvement

　　Identify opportunities for improvement with regard to automation, workflow, systems, and work processes. Manage projects and initiatives to sustain continued improvement.

　　Apply Lean 5S principles and create a sustainable, standardized and organized shipping operation.

　　All other duties as assigned

　　Requirements

　　· 5+ years of relevant work experience in shipping, supply chain, logistics or similar relevant field, with 3+ years in a leadership role.

　　· Comprehensive knowledge of ATF rules and regulations, DDTC regulations, ITAR regulations, and Export regulations

　　· Ability to interpret and explain inventory, production, and shipping reports

　　· Analytical thinking

　　· Complex problem solving

　　· Written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

　　· Proficiency in basic Business Mathematics

　　· Organizational and time management skills

　　· Ability to motivate and manage employees

　　· Technical knowledge of machines used in shipping process

　　· Multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

　　· Make ethical decisions while working with integrity

　　· Take initiative and make decisions with minimal oversight

　　· Expertise in conflict resolution

　　· Project management skills

　　· Ability to uphold a consistent teamwork mentality

　　· High school diploma or GED required. BS or BA in Supply Chain, Logistics or relative field is strongly desired.

　　· SAP or ERP experience, and knowledge and use of shipping systems.

　　· MS Office experience, including intermediate Excel including data analysis and charts.

　　The Benefits.

　　Free Medical for Employees

　　Free Dental for Employees

　　Free Vision for Employees

　　Family Healthcare Partially Funded

　　Free Life Insurance

　　Optional Life Insurance

　　50% Paid Optional Long-Term Disability

　　401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

　　Educational Assistance Program

　　Paid Time Off

　　Paid Holidays

　　Best Employee Product Discount in Industry

　　Growing Company with a Small Company Work Culture