Warehouse Agent
- Full-time
Company Description
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. 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!
We encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our company and culture at the link below.
Job Description
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 timely and correctly.
- 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
- Agents will closely work with the shift lead to ensure a smooth operation for the day and for the week. All inconsistencies to the plan will be discussed with the supervisor.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
Starting Pay 40,000 - 50,000 per year
Expeditors offers excellent benefits for our full-time employees:
- Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
- Holidays (10)
- Flexible Days (2)
- Work from Home Days (26)
- Commuter Benefit
- 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)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We do not require the inclusion of the dates you attended or graduated from any educational institution in the application, and you may remove or redact any such dates as well as any references to your date of birth or age from your resume and any other files you submit with your application if you so choose. Uploading a photograph with your application is neither suggested nor required.