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    ADS, Inc.

    Defense and Security

    Shipping Specialist

    Virginia Beach, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time$20 – $35 / hourPosted 2w ago
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    Job description

    ADS, Inc. began more than 20 years ago by outfitting Navy SEALS with quality dive equipment, and today we're proud to manage 3,000 supplier partnerships and over 50,000 products.

    Please watch this video to learn more about ADS Inc! http://bit.ly/ADS_Mission

    Position Overview: The Shipping Specialist ensures the accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders, supervises shipping and packaging operations, and maintains the highest standards of quality and compliance. This role is critical to our mission of delivering essential equipment to those who protect our nation.

    RESPONSIBILTIES

    • Monitor all shipping and packaging performance
    • Inspect outgoing shipments to ensure customer requirements and quality standards are met
    • Coordinate carrier pickups, manage dock operations, and resolve shipping issues promptly
    • Maintain accurate shipping documentation (bills of lading, packing lists, carrier labels)
    • Oversee inventory levels for shipping supplies and conduct regular reconciliations
    • Enforce safety protocols and standard operating procedures within the shipping department
    • Investigate and resolve shipment discrepancies, damages, or delays
    • Train and coach shipping staff to maintain operational standards and efficiency
    • Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • High school diploma; a college degree in supply chain or logistics is a plus.
    • Two to five years of warehouse or receiving experience, plus prior leadership experience.
    • Hazmat Certified.
    • Experience with international shipping and export compliance.
    • Forklift Certification.
    • Experience with commercial carriers (UPS, FedEx, LTL)
    • Ability to lift 50lbs.

    Hourly Range: $20 to $35 plus overtime

    The salary range represents the estimated base compensation for this role.  The actual compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s education, experience, and skills.

    ADS provides a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. This includes eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k), as well as access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits. Additional offerings such as healthcare and dependent day care flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and well-being resources such as the employee assistance program and fitness plans, are also available.

    ADS believes that a diverse work environment leads to bigger thinking and more creative solutions to our customers' problems and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identification, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristic. We strive to represent our community with a workforce diverse in gender and ethnicity. We actively seek out veterans and the disabled for opportunities at ADS.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    ADS, Inc.

    ADS, Inc. is a leading provider of advanced defense and security solutions, offering a wide range of products and services to government and commercial clients.

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