Overview
Your future is bright at AGAT! At AGAT Laboratories, we are the next step in your career! By joining AGAT, you become part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Summary
We are seeking an experienced Shipper/Receiver to manage all aspects of domestic and international shipping and receiving operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of transportation regulations, shipping documentation, customs requirements, and carrier management across multiple transportation modes, including courier, LTL, FTL, air freight, and ocean freight .

The successful candidate must hold current TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) and IATA Dangerous Goods certifications and demonstrate the ability to coordinate shipments efficiently while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

What you will be doing

Prepare, package, process, and coordinate domestic and international shipments.

Receive incoming goods, inspect shipments for accuracy and damage, and process receiving documentation.

Arrange and coordinate shipments via:

Courier services (FedEx, UPS, DHL, Purolator, etc.)

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)

Full Truckload (FTL)

Air Freight

Ocean Freight

Prepare shipping documents including:

Commercial Invoices

Bills of Lading (BOL)

Packing Lists

Export Documentation

Dangerous Goods Declarations

Certificates of Origin (when required)

Ensure compliance with:

TDG regulations

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations

Customs and international trade requirements

Carrier-specific shipping requirements

Coordinate customs clearance activities and work with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and carriers.

Track shipments and proactively resolve transportation issues and delays.

Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records within ERP or inventory management systems.





Load and unload shipments safely using material handling equipment as required.

Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory control activities.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shipping and receiving area.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and warehouse operations.

What you bring to the table

Current IATA Dangerous Goods Certification (required).

Current TDG Certification (required).

Minimum 3 years of shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, industrial, or logistics environment.

Demonstrated experience with both domestic and international shipping .

Strong knowledge of:

Courier shipping

LTL and FTL freight

Air freight logistics

Ocean freight logistics

Import/export documentation

Customs procedures and international trade compliance

Experience preparing Dangerous Goods documentation and shipments.

Proficiency with shipping software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.

Experience shipping regulated products, chemicals, laboratory samples, or dangerous goods.

Forklift certification.

Experience with customs brokers and freight forwarding companies.

Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade practices.

Experience with inventory management systems.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care.

Paid vacation and flexible sick time.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Long‑term disability and life insurance.

Career development opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity
AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and barrier‑free workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us confidentially, and we will work to meet your needs.

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📌 Shipping & Receiving Coordinator (Alberta)
🏢 AGAT Laboratories
📍 Alberta