Warehouse Transcon Agent

Expeditors

Warehouse Transcon Agent

Peabody, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Coordinate all work activities relating to processing freight flow (in- & outbound);
    • Receive goods and check freight for correct quantity, quality and possible damages;
    • Picking, checking and loading pallets for outgoing freight
    • Good knowledge of handling various internal means of transport ;
    • Loading and unloading of trucks by use of a forklift and/or electric pump trucks;
    • Create OSD reports and ensure correct completion;
    • Checking cargo manifests and assign to the Warehouse Agent Senior or Lead;
    • Perform double checks on the freight, ULDs, references & AWB numbers;
    • Perform Dangerous Goods and/or Lithium checks (if in possession of IATA DG Certificate);
    • Different contouring, such as building and breaking down of ULDs;
    • Adhere to security and compliance rules as set up by Expeditors;
    • Ensure a safe work environment
    • Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedure
    • Maintain a clean work environment, all transport systems, storage areas, workplaces.
    • Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations
    • Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
    • Complete 52 hours of training credit per year
    • Timely problem solving/resolution
    • Any functions deemed necessary by supervisor or manager
    • Develop friendly and professional relationships with service providers
    • Must maintain and preserve company culture
    • Must display a willingness to work in a team environment
    • Ensure all DG, OSD, Licensable and Unknown Shipper freight is put in proper location.
    • Use of standard office equipment - computer with keyboard and mouse, phone, fax/copy/scan machine, etc.
    • Functions performed primarily on a Forklift Truck and standing.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Knowledge:

    • Basic local regulatory knowledge for compliance
    • Global Logistics Industry knowledge

    Skills:

    • Pro-active, strong organizational skills.
    • Good computer skills (Excel, Word)
    • Fluent in English
    • Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
    • Forklift certified

    Behaviors:

    • Positive and willing to help attitude
    • Able to work in Team setting

    Training Requirements:

    · Meet company standards for required trainings each year.

    Education and Experience:

    · 6 months to 1 year related experience

    Additional Information

    Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

    • Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
    • Health Plan: Medical
    • Life Insurance
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • Training and Personnel Development Program
    • Growth opportunities within the company
    • Employee Referral Program Bonus
    • Base Pay Range $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience

    ** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.**

  • Compensation
    $20-$20
  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad