Warehouse Transcon Agent

About the Company

Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and a Fortune 500 company. We employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. We satisfy 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. More than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more, thanks to a unique compensation program and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all work activities relating to processing freight flow (inbound and outbound).
• Receive goods and check freight for correct quantity, quality, and possible damages.
• Pick, check, and load pallets for outgoing freight.
• Handle various internal means of transport.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift and/or electric pump trucks.
• Create OSD reports and ensure correct completion.
• Check cargo manifests and assign to the Warehouse Agent Senior or Lead.
• Perform double checks on freight, ULDs, references, and AWB numbers.
• Perform Dangerous Goods and/or Lithium checks (if in possession of IATA DG Certificate).
• Build and break down ULDs (contouring).
• Adhere to security and compliance rules as set up by Expeditors.
• Ensure a safe work environment and meet KPI standards in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment, including transport systems, storage areas, and workplaces.
• Meet compliance with internal and external regulations, including government requirements.
• Escalate problems to management when necessary.
• Complete 52 hours of training credit per year.
• Solve problems and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Perform any additional functions deemed necessary by a supervisor or manager.
• Develop friendly and professional relationships with service providers.
• Maintain and preserve company culture.
• Work in a team environment.
• Ensure all DG, OSD, Licensable, and Unknown Shipper freight is placed in the proper location.
• Use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and fax/copy/scan machines.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of local regulatory compliance for logistics.
• Knowledge of the global logistics industry.
• Proactive with strong organizational skills.
• Good computer skills (Excel, Word).
• Fluent in English.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including listening, comprehension, and clear communication.
• Forklift certification.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help.
• Able to work in a team setting.
• Meet company standards for required annual trainings.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of related experience.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, holiday, and 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.

Pay

Base pay range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience.