Company Overview
Foss Recycling Inc is a prominent metal recycling company with multiple locations across various regions. With over three decades of experience, we are dedicated to innovation and growth in the recycling industry, specializing in the processing and trading of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Our facilities feature auto shredders and a dedicated rail shipping system, enabling us to serve both individual customers and large-scale commercial clients.North Carolina’s largest recycler and one of the East Coast’s fastest-growing metals recycling companies. With 24 locations across North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee, multiple shredders, a large metal shear, and a growing brokerage division, we deliver sustainable recycling solutions with a focus on excellence, accountability, customer service, hard work, honesty, and teamwork.
Position Summary
The Export Shipping Documentation Specialist is responsible for ensuring all export paperwork is accurate, complete, and compliant for single- and multi-container shipments. This role centers on creating India Customs documents, preparing commercial invoices for India and Asia, assembling document packets, and coordinating timely delivery of documents to customers and partners. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency with Google Workspace, QuickBooks, and NetSuite are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage complete export documentation packages for single-container and multi-container loads, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Create India Customs documents and related export paperwork required for shipments to India.
- Generate commercial invoices (single and multi-container) and ensure alignment with shipping details, weights, container numbers, and customer requirements.
- Compile and organize document packets for mailing to customers on designated loads.
- Email complete document sets to customers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Maintain organized digital and physical records of all shipping and export documentation using Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
- Enter and update shipment, invoicing, and documentation data in QuickBooks and NetSuite.
- Coordinate with internal teams (operations, sales, accounting) and external partners to resolve documentation discrepancies quickly.
- Track shipment status and documentation requirements to meet deadlines and support smooth export processes.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the export and shipping function.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Proven experience preparing export shipping documentation, preferably including customs documents for international shipments (India experience strongly preferred).
- Hands-on experience invoicing single- and multi-container loads.
- Proficiency with Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Drive.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks and NetSuite (or similar ERP/accounting systems).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear customer and internal correspondence.
- Ability to work accurately under time pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training or certification in logistics, customs, or international trade is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in the scrap metal, recycling, or commodities export industry.
- Familiarity with ocean freight documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, etc.).
- Knowledge of basic Incoterms and U.S. export compliance practices.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Opportunity to join a growing, values-driven company with a strong regional presence.
- Collaborative team environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement.
Foss Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
