Shipper/receiver - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department Vice-President Finance & Administration - Shared Services Finance Services

Salary range $51,821.52 to $70,382.74 per year

Hours per week 35

Grade 8

Posted date

Closing date April 19, 2024

Position Type Full Time - Operating Funded

Description:

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

Learn more.

Working for Shared Services
Our vision is a close-knit community of smart, approachable people who collaborate, exchange knowledge and identify solutions.

Our team of experts problem-solve by collaborating with Centres of Expertise, faculty and staff in order to see the whole end-to-end process and find a solution that works for the entire community.

We will provide advice, guidance and leadership in process, quality and accuracy.

Shared Services is a continuously growing, highly-educated, integrated team that provides service excellence in delivering and innovating the diverse catalogue of services we are responsible for.

Ultimately, we create a human, positive experience when it comes to problem solving.

The staff who are joining Shared Services can expect to feel empowered in the service they provide and look to grow their careers with critical thinking, relationship building and ongoing learning opportunities.

Position
The University of Alberta provides central shipping and receiving services for all University units.

The primary function of this operation is to prepare outbound shipments for transport and receive all incoming shipments for the campus while ensuring compliance with the various local, regional, provincial, national and international regulatory agencies.

The U of A uses a central model for shipping and receiving which reduces vehicular traffic on campus, concentrates the handling and regulatory expertise required for the smooth movement of goods to and from campus, and acts as a resource minimizing the risk of non-compliance with current regulations.

The shipper/receiver handles items from envelopes to full trailer loads and ensures that items are properly declared and packaged prior to shipping.

As items arrive on campus, the shipper/receiver is responsible to confirm shipments are the property of the University, check for damage, ensure adequate paperwork arrives with the shipments and process the shipment for delivery on campus.

Duties

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for confirming that shipments arriving at Materials Management are the property of the University and noted any damage, if applicable
Unloading, sorting and staging incoming items, ensuring that perishable and other timesensitive items are separated and staged in the sameday delivery area
Prepares and offers shipments for transport to various local, national and international destinations. This includes preparing Customs and other documents as necessary and confirming that all required documents are in place prior to shipping
Works closely with the Distribution Dispatcher to schedule deliveries, maintain the flow through the staging areas and respond to questions related to inbound and outbound shipments
Maintains an organized filing system and supports the tracking system by updating the system and ensuring that the handhelds are in good working order

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Grade 12, supplemented by 2 to 3 years related experience in the transportation industry
Current certification in Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and IATA and an understanding of how to handle dangerous goods
Must understand and follow all identified safety processes
Minimum 2 years experience using shipping systems and receipt tracking systems strong knowledge of shipping methods
Strong knowledge of Canadian export regulations and world geography
Excellent organizational and communication skills (oral and written)
Experience with equipment moving devices (forklift, pallet jacks, carts)
Strong computer skills
Current understanding of the c