Shipping Specialist (Logistics HT) - 1st Shift
- Location
- Hawthorne, CA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
As a shipping specialist, you will be responsible for the expedient movement of designated items needed to support production, test, and launch operations. Primary functions of the Shipping Specialist include the packaging, manifesting, and tracking of materials as requested by internal and external customers.
Responsibilities
- Process Hazmat shipments, including classification, appropriate CFR/IATA packaging, manifesting, and shipping declarations.
- Possess thorough knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and criteria therein necessary to offer hazardous goods for shipment to third party logistics providers.
- Properly package and manifest parcel, LTL, and large freight as required to ensure product integrity throughout the transportation cycle to intended destination.
- Manifest consignments with information provided by requestor and schedule movements accordingly based on delivery demand (FedEx, UPS, 3PL vendors, expedite courier services, etc.), ensuring that each package has the correct information and configuration to guarantee intended delivery conditions.
- Create shipping documents, packing slips, shipping labels, BOL's,Hazmat declaration (if required) meeting SpaceX processing requirements.
- Create/print identifying labels for all material/packages being shipped for traceability.
- File and maintain records of shipping documents per departmental guidelines.
- Perform cycle counts to assure proper inventory is allocated in Shipping-owned Incoming/Outgoing areas.
- Track critical shipments, and update delivery status to requestors.
- Be responsible for system integrity for all shipments including coordination with requestor and distribution center(s) to ensure timely product delivery.
- Maintain strict material handling practices in accordance with best business practices
- Accurately update required tracking systems (spreadsheets, modules, external data sources)
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment per safety procedures to load carriers as required in order to load material onto delivery trucks competently and without incident.
- Coordinate with internal delivery system drivers/material handlers to pick up and expedite material to the shipping department to avoid cutoffs and evade flight delays.
- Maintain good customer relationships, and provide timely updates on shipments as needed to both origin and destination
- Process outbound material through ERP system, partnering with appropriate departments to ensure quality and quantity of material is delivered to vendors.
- Maintain good housekeeping in area.
Basic Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 5+ years in a shipping role.
- Experience in freight and expedited shipping.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- Hazmat certified highly preferably (49/CFR, IATA, IMDG, Explosive, Battery, etc.).
- Able to understand the difference between limited quantities and excepted quantities when shipping dangerous goods ensure proper mode per 49/CFR, IATA is selected.
- Experience in international shipping.
- Experience in filing EEI's in manifesting software systems.
- Experience in a high volume manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or commercial aircraft environment.
- Experience with ERP system(s).
- Strong computer skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft, Excel and Power Point.
- Certification operating a forklift or other material handling motorized vehicles and equipment.
- Comprehension of shipping International goods to Asia, UK and South America.
- Comprehension of shipping temperature sensitive items within the US.
- Knowledge of Indicia and Pitney Bowes software (USPS requests).
Additional Requirements
- Ability to lift 30 lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
- Must be open to working all required shift hours, including overtime, and weekends as needed.
- Able to travel domestically to obtain relevant certifications and to assist in development of skill sets at other SpaceX sites as needed.
Pay Range
- Level 1: $22.00 - $25.00
- Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00
- Level 3: $28.00 - $35.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
Itar Requirements
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
About SpaceX
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
From SpaceX's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 7, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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