Expeditors Job Opportunity
We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
Scope of Position: Entails reporting onsite to a large domestic client of Expeditors' where the candidate will support with material handling (including palletizing cartons), label scanning, pallet-jacking cargo into trailers and daily communication with Expeditors' operations staff on expedited shipments and any issues that arise.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operations: Oversee the processes in the area of responsibility, following operational standards and KPI expectations.
- Improve safety, quality, delivery and cost through continuous improvement methods.
- Ensure a safe and secure work environment.
- Adhere to compliance in the facility and governmental policies at all times.
- Ensure Expeditors destination labels match shipping label to prevent misroutes.
- Use tape measurer and record dimensions and weight of cargo on on hand sheet.
- Ensure accurate and timely receipt of shipments into the Expeditors transportation system.
- Palletizing, shrink wrapping, and labeling freight.
- Check the condition of the cargo in/out of the warehouse for any potential damages, and report to direct supervisor.
- Stage freight for consolidation and shipping.
- Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping.
- Use of computer and scanning equipment for timely and accurate communication and data entry.
- Assists in physical inventories and cycle counts.
- Contribute to new hire operational training.
- Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.
- Network communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external).
- Escalation of problems to Management when necessary.
- Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride.
- Operate stand-up or sit-down forklift to unload/load freight into trailers, into or out of racking system or the recommended GNS lanes.
- Load and offload trucks in a timely manner.
- Use RFID technology to scan freight in or out of the facility and put away or pick from designated barcoded locations.
Culture: Proactively promote the company's 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary. Attend branch meetings and accumulate required number of training hours.
Qualifications, Experience and Education Requirements:
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and positive attitude.
- Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods, as well as ability to safely lift cartons & place onto pallets.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management skills in addition to a professional attitude.
- Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly.
Additional Information:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- The position pays $20.00-$28.00 per hour based on education and experience
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.