Import/Export Administrator

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

Dental care
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
RRSP Contribution
Extended health care
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Import/Export Administrator

ODC Tooling & Molds is a well-established company that has been evolving for over 90 years to excel as a world-class leader in designing and manufacturing custom tooling and engineered cutting dies. ODC is a family run business that empowers its employees and utilizes their skills and abilities to service a large diverse customer base with a focus on thermoformed plastics and automotive form and trim tooling. Operating out of two facilities and servicing a worldwide market with a strong team environment, innovative ideas and a customer service-oriented philosophy, ODC continues to move forward in an ever-changing industry. The successful candidate will be joining our team at our newly built facility in north Waterloo.

ODC Tooling & Molds is currently seeking an individual who possess the organizational and multi-tasking skills for this diversified position.

Position: Customs Import/Export Administrator is responsible for achieving customer satisfaction by providing efficient and effective planning and coordination of customer shipments.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years working experience
Experience and knowledge of current customs procedures and regulations
Knowledge of harmonized tariff codes and its applications
Hands on experience dealing directly with customs agents & brokers for inbound/outbound freight
Knowledge of customs information software (Russel Farrow & A.N. Deringer)
Ability to produce customs documents, BOL’s and certificates of origin for shipments
Working knowledge for both international and cross border shipments
Arrange various forms of transportation of goods
Familiar with shipping/freight options and capacities
Work with third party logistic companies to obtain quotations & secure services
Knowledge of trucking terminology and experience coordinating shipments (load planning, expediting, etc.)
Knowledge of various carrier software – (FedEx, UPS, DHL, XPO, FedEx Freight, UPS Freight, etc.)
Working knowledge of transportation cargo claims, transportation laws and risk management
Understand current industry market conditions ie. Tariffs
Communicate any carrier issues that might impact operations
Provide freight quotation for outbound/inbound shipments
Coordinating shipments according to timelines provided by project management.
Maintain and update databases
Track goods in transit and trace shipments to the destination
Provide various administrative & communication assistance within the Project Management department.
Maintain relevant files and databases
Possesses excellent English language communication skills (both oral and written)
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Excellent time management and priority setting abilities
Demonstrate analytical & problem-solving capabilities
Willingness to take on additional duties and responsibilities as needed
In addition to a competitive salary per week, ODC also offers the following company paid benefit package.

Extended Health including prescription drugs and para-medical services
Dental
Life Insurance
Worldwide Emergency Travel Assistance
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Short Term Disability
Group Registered Retirement Plan - matching program after 1 year of service
Voluntary RRSP contributions available immediately
Safety boot and prescription safety glasses program
Physical Effort:
Long/extended periods of sitting operating computers
Extended periods of repetitive movements fingers, hands, and wrists (keyboarding and use of computer mouse)
Near visual acuity of approximately 20 inches for reading and use of computers
Prolonged exposure to computer monitors
Ability to determine the distance between objects
Ability to understand and distinguish speech or other sounds
Ability to stand for up to 1-hour duration in the shipping department
Mental Effort:
Mental and visual concentration
Listening and mental attentiveness
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Initiative- willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
Ability to relate well with co-workers, supervisors, customers
Strong organizational skills and high level of self-motivation
Ability to work independently, problem solve and set priorities
Working Conditions:
Office environment with shared workspaces
Factory setting for periodic activities which includes the need for personal protective equipment such as safety boots, glasses, gloves and hearing protection
Job requires to work well with supervisors and co-workers, accepting constructive criticism
Willing to work overtime (after hours and weekends), as required, to meet deadlines
Type of Supervision Received:
Works under general instructions to prioritize and complete assigned tasks
Tasks are periodically checked by supervisor
ODC Tooling & Molds welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selectionprocess.
Candidates who are interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team environment are invited to forward their resume. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Waterloo, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Import/Export shipping: 3 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person