Shipping & Receiving Specialist bei Takasago

We invite you to join Takasago, where you can be innovative and contribute to society through technology. The management of Takasago aims to create a company where each employee can experience a sense of fulfillment and happiness at a high level. Specifically, we strive to establish an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can work with joy and a sense of purpose, create a system that supports individual growth, and above all, implement management practices that enable employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Takasago is a major global leader and producer of flavors and fragrances providing innovative solutions in flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients, and fine chemicals. Takasago is headquartered in Japan and operates in over 27 countries, with manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and sales offices worldwide. Takasago ranked 8th overall and 1st in Asia on the Global Top Food Flavors and Fragrances Companies.

Job Summary: The position will be responsible for performing all essential Office and Mail Room Services functions and responsibilities in a professional workplace manner, including shipping and receiving all items in and out of the facility under the direction of the Office Services Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions:

Position will require undertaking a leadership role and responsibilities in assisting the Office Services Supervisor in directing the workforce daily and in his absence

Qualifications: Fed-Ex and UPS systems training/certification for shipment of non-dangerous and dangerous goods for both land and air. Previous knowledge and or training/certification in 49 CFR and IATA/DOT is a plus, or a willingness to obtain once hired. Training will be provided once hired. 

Experience:   3+ years of experience working in a Shipping & Receiving environment preferred. Mail room experience a plus. Understanding of DOT, IMO, ICAO/IATA regulations preferred. 

Competencies: Strong customer service experience with effective communication skills while maintaining proper customer service relations. Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs are essential. Individuals should be well organized, be able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work as part of a team. I must be able to read, write and speak English.

Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines and equipment which includes a computer, printer/copier machine, telephone, pallet jacks, etc. Must be able to move or carry objects or materials weighing up to 50 lbs., intermittent physical activity, including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting and standing.  

Takasago’s Employee Benefits and Perks: Takasago offers tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary. When we think about employee success and financial security, we think long-term. Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program. We hope you will join us and achieve professional growth and enrichment.

EEO Statement: Takasago provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.