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Company Description
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order and risk management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.
- 18,000 trained professionals
- 300+ locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
At Expeditors, we recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within—more than 27 percent of our staff of 17,000 employees has been at Expeditors 10 years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs—they’re chances to grow, thrive, and do what you love.
www.expeditors.com
Job Description
Scope of Position:
Expected to ensure that the warehouse is running smoothly while adhering to the rules and regulations set forth by Expeditors, with safety being the priority. Ensure that shipments are unloaded, documented, stored, pulled, labeled and transferred to the carrier prior to the applicable cut-offs times correctly.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Safety is the FIRST duty and responsibility for everyone that works in an Expeditors warehouse. Ensure all vendor safety practices are adhered to, instruct others of proper safety practices and advise supervisor of abuses
- As the shift lead, you will collaborate closely with agents and 3rd party to ensure smooth daily and weekly operations. You will be responsible for identifying and addressing any inconsistencies in the plan, and communicating these issues directly with the manager.
- Maintain the level of appearance of the warehouse expected by the Expeditors culture
- Check for and verify all documentation while completing required processes accurately and efficiently
- Unload and load cargo in a safely, accurately and efficiently
- Arrange for the transfer of cargo using radio, telephone and computer communication
- Preform or oversee all aspects of warehouse staffing, includes permanent and contingent staff
- Lead team in warehouse excellence
- Ensure coverage of operations with staff who have the appropriate certifications
- Onboard newly hired staff
- Direct employee versatility (cross training)
- Responsible for updating and entering event codes when necessary
- When instructed, responsible for conducting cycle counts, physical inventories and the overall accuracy of the inventory stored within the facility.
- Oversee all receiving, shipping, container positioning, and inventory activities following operational standards (OPS) and KPI expectations
- Improve safety, quality, delivery and cost through continuous improvement methods
- Maintain compliance to all facility certification requirements and government policies
- Participate in quoting, transitioning, and onboarding new customers
- Manage, prevent, and resolve inventory, over/short/damage, process and customer exceptions
- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment in the process of moving products safely.
***LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
Qualifications
- Education (preferred level) high school diploma.
- Experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6 months or more.
- Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
- Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
- Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must be familiar with warehouse systems.
- Fork-lift certification may be required within 6 months of employment.
Additional Information
Expected base salary: $70,304.00
Eligible for bonus
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
- Holidays (10)
- Flexible Days (2)
- Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
- Commuter Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning & Development Program
- Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.
