Expedition Employee

Bauermeister Zerkleinerungstechnik GmbH; Koog aan de Zaan; Remote; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Flat hierarchies

Structured onboarding

International projects

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

PROBAT is seeking a Packaging & Shipping Employee in Koog aan de Zaan to ensure accurate, safe, and timely handling of outbound goods and machines. You will pack, secure, and prepare shipments while supporting spare parts processing and incoming goods flows.

You will work under the Expedition Coordinator or Team Leader Warehouse & Expedition, with a team of 12 across three logistics areas, contributing to efficient logistics operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• MBO level 3 qualification in Logistics, Export, or related field.
• Valid VCA certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pack, and coordinate logistical handling of project shipments.
• Collect, pack, and prepare spare parts orders for shipment.
• Load, move, and prepare machines and parts for transport.
• Prepare shipping documents (packing lists, CMR notes).
• Monitor progress and quality of outbound flows.
• Maintain clean and efficient expedition workspace.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, health & safety, and quality regulations.
• Identify improvements to optimize logistics processes.

Skills

MBO Logistics

VCA certificate

Forklift & Reach truck

ERP systems

Technical packaging knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Education

MBO level 3 in Logistics/Export

Tools

ERP systems

Forklift operator

Job description

About PROBAT

For more than 155 years, PROBAT has stood for pioneering spirit and innovative strength in the coffee industry. Through targeted acquisitions in the food processing sector, intensive technology transfer within the group and the expansion of a global service network, PROBAT has developed into a leading full-service provider for the food industry. The company plans, develops and manufactures machines, turnkey production plants, environmental technologies and intelligent control systems with integrated smart data management. With around 1,200 employees at locations in Germany, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands and the United States, as well as a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT offers its customers comprehensive solutions, excellent service and in-depth industry knowledge – worldwide and from a single source.

Your Responsibilities

As a Packaging & Shipping Employee, you are responsible for the accurate, safe, timely, and high-quality handling of completed projects and other outbound goods. You ensure that machines and parts are picked, packaged, secured, processed administratively, and prepared for shipment in line with customer, transportation, and quality requirements.
This role requires strong technical insight. You understand how large, valuable machines should be safely packed, supported, and transported to prevent damage during transit. In addition, you support incoming goods flows and assist with the logistical processing of spare parts.

Location: Koog aan de Zaan
Position within the organization: Reports to the Expedition Coordinator and/or Team Leader Warehouse & Expedition
Team size: 12 colleagues across three logistics areas

• Preparing, packing, and coordinating the logistical handling of project-related shipments.
• Collecting, packing, and preparing spare parts orders for shipment in line with customer and quality requirements.
• Loading, moving, and preparing machines, parts, and other materials for transport using the appropriate equipment.
• Preparing, checking, and processing shipping documentation, including packing lists, CMR consignment notes, and other transport-related documents.
• Monitoring progress, priorities, and quality of outbound flows in line with the planning.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient expedition and logistics workspace.
• Working in accordance with all safety, environmental, health & safety, and quality regulations.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and actively contributing to optimizing logistics processes and ways of working.

Your Profile

• An MBO level 3 qualification in Logistics, Export, or a related field
• In possession of a valid VCA certificate
• Certified to operate a forklift and reach truck
• Familiar with logistics production processes and ERP systems
• You have a good technical understanding and know how to package and transport machines safely.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Dutch; English is a plus
• You work in a structured way, remain calm under pressure, and are a team player
• Service- and customer-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working across different disciplines
• Motivated and eager to grow and develop within the company

We offer you:

• A close-knit and supportive team in a forward-looking company
• An attractive salary and benefits package
• Flat hierarchies and open, direct communication
• A structured onboarding period and opportunities for personal development
• A modern working environment with international projects
• Career growth opportunities, including the possibility to progress to Expedition Coordinator