Logistics Specialist
Logistics Specialist
Dracoe HQ / North Carolina
Full Time
You'll be part of The Factory
The Factory is where concepts are engineered, industrialized, and executed at scale.
We take validated designs - developed internally in our Workshop or provided by customers - and progress them through rigorous Design for Assembly (DfA) and Design for Manufacturing (DfM) processes. Our focus is on optimizing products for automated, repeatable, high-throughput production.
Our mandate is simple: deliver reliable output that meets performance, quality, and cost targets.
The Factory integrates advanced manufacturing processes within a single, tightly controlled production environment to ensure consistency and scalability.
Our operating model is data-driven and transparent by design. Clear performance metrics, robust process controls, and closed-loop feedback systems enable continuous improvement and uncompromising manufacturing excellence.
Role
You will be responsible for executing all packing, shipping, and outbound logistics activities for finished products across the manufacturing facility. You will ensure that products are packed correctly, documented accurately, and shipped safely, on time, and in full compliance with internal procedures and external shipping requirements.
As a key member of the warehouse and logistics team, reporting directly to the Warehouse Manager, you will support the efficient flow of finished goods from production to customer dispatch. You will work closely with warehouse, quality, and production teams to ensure only released, conforming products are shipped.
Through disciplined execution, accurate documentation, and strict adherence to packing and shipping standards, you will protect product quality, prevent shipping errors, and support reliable delivery performance.
This is a hands-on operational role requiring strong practical experience in packing and shipping activities. You will be expected to operate confidently in dispatch and shipping areas; preparing shipments, verifying documentation, coordinating carriers, and resolving issues in real time.
You will support outbound logistics execution across the factory, reinforcing a culture of accuracy, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Execute packing and shipping of finished products in accordance with procedures.
- Ensure correct packaging, labeling, and protection of shipped products.
- Verify shipment accuracy against orders, packing lists, and release documentation.
- Coordinate with the Warehouse Manager on shipping priorities and schedules.
- Prepare shipping documentation including packing lists, delivery notes, and labels.
- Interface with carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers as required.
- Ensure only quality-released products are dispatched.
- Maintain accurate shipping records and traceability.
- Identify and escalate shipping errors, damages, or delays.
- Support inventory accuracy through correct shipment transactions.
- Follow safe handling and packing practices.
- Support continuous improvement of packing and shipping processes.
Experience
- 3–5 years in logistics, shipping, or warehouse operations roles
- Proven experience packing and shipping finished goods
- Experience preparing shipping documentation and labels
- Experience working with carriers or freight providers
- Hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
Skills
- Packing and outbound shipping operations
- Attention to detail and shipment accuracy
- Shipping documentation and record keeping
- Safe material handling and packaging practices
- Coordination with warehouse and logistics teams
- Problem solving and issue escalation
- Time management and execution discipline
- Basic inventory and transaction awareness
Qualifications
Required:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience
- 3–5 years of experience in logistics or shipping roles
Desirable:
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems
- Knowledge of export or regulated shipping requirements
- Forklift or material handling certification
Desirable:
- Military Experience or background in defense
- Experience supporting logistics or shipping for defense or national security products
- Exposure to disciplined, high-accountability operational environments
Compensation
Compensation ranges from $50,000-$100,000 depending on experience and location.
Benefits
We offer comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, access to a company pension scheme and equity in a mission-driven company.
Stipends
You'll receive an annual stipend for gym reimbursements for up to $1000 per year and approved role-related learning credits for up to $1000 per year.