Cargo Dangerous Goods- Import/Export Agent

Responsibilities

• Processes export and import inquires as per client requirements and procedures such as processing of discrepancies at acceptance
• Double-check dangerous goods (esp. lithium batteries): verify labels/markings, review airway bills, complete paper/electronic records
• Confirm dangerous goods handling qualifications for transit shipments
• Prioritize and process temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and other special cargo; coordinate build-up with tarpaulins; maintain photo documentation
• Collect and relay information on shipments refused by the Airlines
• Affix and update shipment documents
• Preparation and finalization of outbound flights/truck handlings of import documentation (delivery, transfer and abandoned shipment)
• Processes all Air Waybills and HAWBs and ensures accurate data capture as per client’s requirements and procedures
• Handles Special Cargo
• Performs Service Recovery activities (i.e. tracing, warehouse checks, offloads)
• Performs Airmail Handling
• Fully supports the quality standards
• Works according to documented CHM and GOM procedures
• Observes and applies the security requirements of the client and local authorities
• Contact customers, inform them of any/all irregularities
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees to give instructions. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Requirements

• Education: GED/High School desired
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in cargo dangerous goods handling, import/export operations, or a related field. IATA Dangerous Goods certification preferred

Work Environment

• Office Setting- Working with others. They often share the same workspace

Job Essential Functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75%-100% of the time (8-12.5-hour shifts).
• The person in this position must occasionally move about inside the office and/or warehouse to access invoices, office machinery, etc.
• The position requires constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a computer, calculator, copier, and printer.
• Occasionally moves documents from the office to the warehouse weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Constantly positions oneself to maintain computers in the office, including under the desks and in the server closet.

Hours

• Must be able to have an open schedule due to shift hours ranging (Employee will be provided with a schedule 1-2 weeks in advance).

About Us

I.K. Hofmann USA, Inc. offers staffing & HR services in sectors like light industrial, automotive, aviation, logistics & professional. As an ISO 9001 certified firm, we prioritize service quality and deeply care for our employees. Founded in Germany, our parent company I.K. Hofmann GmbH, is a woman-owned business with branches across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary and the US. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes.

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription Drug Discounts
• Dental & Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance Package
• 401k – Traditional & Roth options
• Referral Program that offers $50 to both you and your referral after they work 80 hours

About Us

I.K. Hofmann USA offers staffing & HR services in sectors like light industrial, automotive, aviation, logistics & professional. As an ISO 9001 certified firm, we prioritize service quality and deeply care for our employees. Founded in Germany, our parent company I.K. Hofmann GmbH, is a woman-owned business with branches across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary and the US. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes.

Job Title

Cargo Dangerous Goods- Import Export Agent

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Pay Range

Starting at $32.65