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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Disability insurance

Job Description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is a world-renowned research facility operated by Stanford University that focuses on advancing the frontiers of accelerator science and experimental physics. It is distinguished for its cutting-edge research infrastructure and commitment to scientific innovation aimed at addressing fundamental questions in physics, energy, and materials science. SLAC also emphasizes collaboration among scientists worldwide and strives to maintain high standards of safety, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence.

The Shipping and Receiving Department at SLAC plays a critical role in supporting the laboratory’s scientific and operational functions by efficiently managing the logistics of incoming and outgoing shipments. The depar... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school equivalency
  • at least one year of delivery or other related work experience
  • ability to wrap packages for shipping according to established procedures
  • must be able to understand and follow administrative and operational procedures
  • organizational skills and attention to detail
  • customer service and interpersonal skills
  • must be able to learn operation of forklift, delivery trucks and other mechanical devices
  • knowledge of the regulations and methods for domestic and international shipping of materials
  • demonstrated experience with office software and email applications
  • proficient with Palm Pilot operations or similar device operations
  • must possess and maintain a valid California Non-commercial C Class driver’s license
  • ability to obtain and maintain necessary certification to operate Power Industrial Vehicles

Job Qualifications

  • High school equivalency
  • at least one year of delivery or related work experience
  • ability to wrap packages for shipping according to established procedures
  • must be able to understand and follow administrative and operational procedures
  • organizational skills and attention to detail
  • customer service and interpersonal skills
  • ability to learn operation of forklift, delivery trucks, and other mechanical devices
  • knowledge of the regulations and methods for domestic and international shipping of materials
  • demonstrated experience with office software and email applications
  • proficient with Palm Pilot operations or similar device operations
  • functional familiarity with PeopleSoft (eProcurement) strongly desired
  • possession of valid California Non-commercial Class C driver’s license
  • ability to obtain and maintain necessary certification to operate Power Industrial Vehicles
  • effective decision-making skills
  • commitment to self-development and dependability
  • strong initiative and adaptability
  • excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Job Duties

  • Prepare a wide variety of sizes and types of items for domestic and international shipping including proper labeling and customs declarations
  • prepare and package items using methods and material most appropriate to the item being shipped
  • determine shipping costs and select freight carriers
  • receive deliveries from off-site vendors
  • inspect deliveries to ensure item(s) and quantities are correct and in accordance with the packing list/freight bill
  • check received items for visible damage
  • record each delivery
  • electronically capture/scan all in-bound shipments
  • deliver in-bound shipments/materials to customers on SLAC's site and offsite
  • operate a forklift, delivery trucks, and other mechanical devices for the movement/delivery of shipments/material
  • prepare, distribute, and file appropriate shipping documents
  • apply initiative in scheduling work and selecting procedures to assure proper handling of priority and other special cases and to optimize workflow
  • assist in other areas of the Shipping/Receiving operations when necessary
  • perform all duties in accordance with DOE and SLAC Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) guidelines
  • perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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