Warehouse Distribution Agent

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. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over, promoting from within and offering a unique compensation program that encourages growth and career development.

About the role

Scope of Position: Assist the team with the timely and accurate movement of goods in and out of the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Timely & accurate unloading/loading of trucks.
• Accurate weighing and dimensioning of freight.
• Operation of stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts.
• Report shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system.
• Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
• Accurate labeling of freight, zero cross‑labels.
• Proper putting away, picking, & staging freight; all freight must be put away into a location & accounted for (PUT’s & LDD).
• Fill out documentation as required.
• Identify and match numbers and country codes.
• Interact with office to meet customer service standards.
• Contribute to maintaining good relationships with customers, zero mis‑ships, cross labels or damage to customer freight.
• Help ensure a clean and safe warehouse environment, including Temperature Controlled Room.
• May check in drivers in the ProxyClick system and verify their information (if trained to do so).
• Understand department process flow and seek best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, count accurately, perform simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch frequently.
• Use proper lifting techniques with weights up to 40 lb.
• Follow directions with emphasis on safety.
• Handle stress caused by meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Shift priorities easily.
• Use hands and feet simultaneously for repetitive movements.
• Effective interpersonal skills; listen, comprehend, and communicate clearly and concisely.
• Organized with good time management skills.
• Excellent work habits.
• Fork‑lift certification and Security Threat Assessment required upon successful employment.
• Easily adaptable to changes; stress tolerant; reliable and motivated.
• Confidence to work collaboratively with others; positive attitude.
• Hourly position; must comply with attendance, tardiness, and vacation policies.

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