Distribution Associate

Brink’s Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brink’s Global Services at JFK Airport is seeking a Distribution Associate to support day-to-day vault and sort operations. You will handle shipments, verify liability, and ensure accurate paperwork in an armed setting.

The role emphasizes security, adherence to procedures, and collaboration with internal and external teams. Key responsibilities include inventory control, data entry, audits, and coordinating with Exports/Imports and support partners to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum 1 year of logistics/freight forwarding or similar experience in positions of increasing responsibility which include but are not limited to sortation reconciliation, maintenance of the shipping process, logistics/vault audits and operational process management.
• Minimum of 1 year of Microsoft Office and logistics software experience.
• A valid firearms permit or ability to pass applicable firearms licensing requirements
• A valid guard card or ability to obtain a guard card or any other required licenses
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular and consistent basis
• Ability to work weekends and flexible schedule including evenings and where necessary holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Operations Supervision and Management to process shipments through the location's sort/vault operations and assist in the vault check in/out, opening and closing of facility, ensuring activities are performed in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform item verifications and work closely with Export staff and Ops staff to ensure all liability is appropriately accounted for and related paperwork is accurate.
• Ensure all customer requests are appropriately serviced and that all issues are brought to the attention of the Chief Cashier or Supervisor of Operations in a timely manner.
• Develop relationships with BGS Customers to ensure outstanding experience and develop future business prospects for division.
• Enter all relevant customer data and ensure that information for each shipment is accurately completed using division software.
• Control the movement of shipments in and out of the vault and the sort areas.
• Perform evening receipt activities, which includes handling materials of significant weight.
• Conduct audits of the vault and work with leadership to audit shipments/receivables for movement.
• Work with BITS, ATLAS and GARCIA and other proprietary software programs as necessary and maintain the security of all.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Logistics experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

BITS

ATLAS

GARCIA

Job description

Pay Range

(Specific to OHI,DEL,NY,CA,CO,WA,MD,CT,IL,NV,,KY,MI,NJ,ME,MO,MA,MT)

$19.83 - $24.23 Hourly

About Brink's

The Brink’s Company (NYSE:BCO) is a leading global provider of cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. Our customers include financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial operations. Our network of operations in 51 countries serves customers in more than 100 countries.

We believe in building partnerships that secure commerce and doing that requires fostering an engaged culture that values people with different backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. We build a sense of belonging, so all employees feel respected, safe, and valued, and we provide equal opportunity to participate and grow.

Job Description

Brink’s Global Services is a division of Brinks Inc. the world’s premier provider of secure logistics and security solutions in more than 122 countries across 5 continents. Brink’s Global Services specializes in the secure transportation and handling of valuable goods throughout the logistic value chain, from raw materials and components to finished products within the mining, banknote, precious metal, jewelry, security, art and pharmaceutical industries. The company has a proud history of providing growth and advancement opportunities for its employees. We have a challenging opportunity for a Distribution Associate.

Distribution Associate.

Hourly Rate: $20.50

Schedule: Afternoon Shift

Job Summary

The Distribution Associate is responsible for supporting the day to day vault and sort operations at our JFK Airport location. This position will provide hands on support and functional expertise working with internal and external shipments of customer liability and ensuring that this liability is effectively processed through the Sort and Vault operation. This position functions in an armed environment. This position requires the enforcement of rules to protect the premises and property of Brink's and its customers, as well as the safety of persons on the premises of Brink's and its customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Operations Supervision and Management to process shipments through the locations sort/ vault operations and will assist in the vault check in/out, opening and closing of facility, ensuring activities are performed in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform item verifications and work closely with Export staff and Ops staff to ensure all liability is appropriately accounted for and related paperwork is accurate.
• Ensure all customer requests are appropriately serviced and that all issues are brought to the attention of the Chief Cashier or Supervisor of Operations in a timely manner.
• Develop relationships with BGS Customers to ensure outstanding experience and develop future business prospects for division – will work closely with internal JFK support departments such as Exports, Imports, BBC and Commodities Storage as well as external partners such as D&J Sales, Billing/Customer Service and Commodities Sales as needed.
• Enter all relevant customer data and ensure that information for each shipment is accurately completed using division software.
• Control the movement of shipments in and out of the vault and the sort areas.
• Perform evening receipt activities, which includes handling materials of significant weight.
• Conduct audits of the vault and work with leadership to audit shipments/receivables for movement.
• Work with BITS, ATLAS and GARCIA and other proprietary software programs as necessary and maintain the security of all.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Minimum 1 year of logistics/freight forwarding or similar experience in positions of increasing responsibility which include but are not limited to sortation reconciliation, maintenance of the shipping process, logistics/vault audits and operational process management.
• Minimum of 1 year of Microsoft Office and logistics software experience.
• A valid firearms permit or ability to pass applicable firearms licensing requirements
• A valid guard card or ability to obtain a guard card or any other required licenses
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular and consistent basis
• Ability to work weekends and flexible schedule including evenings and where necessary holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Brink’s is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or history or any other characteristic protected by law. Brink’s is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.