Air Freight Coordinator (NFO / Next Flight Out)

Usko Logistics Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Reimbursement

401(k) with employer contributions

PTO + paid holidays

Full training and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A logistics and transportation company is seeking an Air Freight / NFO Coordinator to manage time-critical domestic air freight operations. This in-office role requires a strong understanding of NFO, airline cutoffs, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating shipments, booking flights, and ensuring compliance with airline requirements. The position offers a salary of $21–$26/hr plus commission, along with benefits such as medical reimbursement and 401(k) with employer contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience with air freight, NFO, or airline operations strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in expedited ground willing to learn air operations is acceptable.
• Able to manage time-sensitive shipments with high urgency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NFO shipments and time-critical air freight.
• Route shipments and book flights based on cutoff times.
• Calculate weight/dims and ensure compliance with airline requirements.
• Prepare MAWB/HAWB and related documentation.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, and airline partners.

Skills

Air freight coordination

NFO (Next Flight Out)

Strong communication

Multitasking

Time-sensitive shipment management

Tools

Office

Gmail

TMS platforms

Job description

03 February 2026

We’re hiring an Air Freight / NFO Coordinator to support our time-critical domestic air freight operations. This in-office role is perfect for someone who understands NFO, airline cutoffs, air bill creation, weight/dims, and time-critical service requirements or someone with strong expedited logistics experience ready to transition into air operations.

You will manage air freight routing, secure flights, quote NFO jobs, work with airlines and partners, and ensure shipments move with precision and urgency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NFO (Next Flight Out) shipments and time‑critical air freight
• Route shipments and book flights based on cutoff times and service level
• Calculate weight/dims and ensure compliance with airline requirements
• Prepare MAWB/HAWB and documentation
• Communicate with drivers, customers, and airline partners
• Track shipments from pickup to recovery to final delivery
• Source capacity using ground and air partners when needed
• Support quoting, documentation, and proactive customer updates
• Maintain accurate operational records

Qualifications

• Experience with air freight, NFO, or airline operations strongly preferred
• OR prior experience in expedited ground willing to learn air operations
• Strong communication and high urgency mindset
• Ability to multitask and manage time‑sensitive shipments
• Comfort with web tools, Office, Gmail, and TMS platforms
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Team-first attitude with reliability and professionalism
• $21–$26/hr + commission
• Medical Reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• PTO + paid holidays
• Full training and career advancement opportunities

About USKO

USKO is a full-service logistics and transportation company providing tailored solutions across a wide range of services. These include dry van, reefer, flatbed, auto‑haul, expedited shipping, drayage, warehousing, and international freight by land, sea, and air. With expertise in time-critical shipments and high-value deliveries, USKO serves clients across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.