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Job Summary

The Shipping Specialist will serve as the lead for site packaging and shipping needs. The role involves ensuring that packages are shipped in accordance with required laws and guidelines, maintaining the chain of custody during all parts of the packaging and shipping process, and scheduling and monitoring shipments for internal and external clients. Collaboration with various departments as required is also a key part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Package and ship according to local, state, federal, and international laws and guidelines set by national transport departments and/or the International Air Transport Association (lATA).
• Ensure permits and licenses for importing and exporting various biological and chemical materials are up to date.
• Maintain working knowledge of domestic and international import and export processes, including a strong understanding of Customs Invoice requirements.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments conforming to chain of custody protocols and guidelines, addressing issues promptly.
• Ensure integrity of the Cold/Cool Chain when shipping temperature-controlled packages.
• Manage data entry and inventory for outbound shipments and produce necessary documentation, including supporting Clinical Kit distribution.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of communication with internal and external clients.
• Coordinate and manage Couriers, Freight Forwarders, and Integrators as necessary.
• Maintain accurate inventory and stock levels of shipping supplies, ensuring equipment and packaging are properly calibrated and qualified.
• Operate warehouse-related equipment and perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Recommend new systems, procedures, and technologies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
• Assist in maintaining stock at off-site storage facilities, working off-site a minimum of two days per week if applicable to the home site.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Understanding of local, state, federal, and international shipping regulations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Skills

• Proficiency with data entry and inventory management systems.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to operate various warehouse-related equipment.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Compliant with employment and labor laws according to the state of Missouri.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Life Sciences division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: high-risk work environments (warehouse or industrial areas), high-risk/ high-error job duties that could result in life-threatening injury or death, operation of heavy-duty machinery, working with hazardous chemicals, exposure to other dangerous materials, such as drugs and sharp instruments. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.