Find & Apply For Cargo Coordinator / Freight Forwarder Jobs in Peabody, Massachusetts

Company DescriptionWe 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 MissionWe recruit, train and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five 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, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job DescriptionWant to help others get the healthcare and retail products they need? Support a new tech product launch? Move the machinery that will power a new plant or improve our planet's wellness? That's what we do…In this position you will -Maintain responsibility for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Must be able to work the shift pattern as required by the branch. Execute updates in computer system via operational tools provided.

Inbound Freight:

 Count all products, take weight, compare to manifest and check all shipments for damage, shortage, overage and any other discrepancies. Report shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms. If assigned, must be a qualified forklift driver, unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to assigned storage locations.

Storage:

 Maximize space usage. Properly and safely put away items onto the racks, locations and or ready rows using company system and scripts. Cargo handling: Ensure that the correct number and type of product are being handled. Transport orders to shipping locations or assigned doors with material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jacket). Review markings, address on cargo and ensure correct reference labels are on the cargo.

Outbound Freight:

 Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping along with the usage of system scripts. Efficiently move product into outbound delivery vehicles.

Facility/Equipment:

 Maintain equipment and ensure warehouse areas are neat, clean of debris and in an orderly fashion. Operate equipment safely and efficiently. Comply with all local, OSHA and Expeditors' standards.

Inventory:

 Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts. May key inventory adjustments into company system. 

Other Duties:

Repack or re-box cases per customer instructions. Repair and re-box damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine, manual shrink-wrap, apply plastic and metal bands if assigned.

QualificationsFriendly, positive attitudePassion for learningCollaborative spirit for listening and communicatingMotivated to be efficient, effective and always improvingHighly organized with solid computer skillsDemonstrate sense of urgency and attention to detail in everything you doAbility to lift, move and manage packagesAbility to follow directions and emphasize safety in the workplaceAbility to handle the stress of meeting deadlinesAdditional InformationExpeditors offers excellent benefits:

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick TimeHealth Plan:

MedicalLife InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTraining and Personnel Development ProgramGrowth opportunities within the companyEmployee Referral Program BonusBase Pay Range $21.00 per hour - $25.00 per hour, based on experienceIt 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.

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