Freight Associate

Professional Contractor Supply; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Guard

Legal Assistance

Pet Insurance

Volunteer Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Job summary

Professional Contractor Supply is hiring a full-time Freight Associate to help manage operations at our new distribution center in Columbus, OH. The role supports the flow of incoming and outgoing freight in a fast-paced warehouse environment requiring accuracy and teamwork.

We offer a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, vacation, sick leave, 401(k) and more.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Dependable worker with ability to follow instructions without constant supervision.
• Basic understanding of standards for shipping and freight.
• Proficient with NetSuite and Excel.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Able to work some Saturdays for inventory.

Responsibilities

• Collect shipping orders from clients.
• Prepare estimates for postal or freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs.
• Choose appropriate shipping method and prepares bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
• Confirm proper import/export documentation and classifies goods into appropriate fee or tariff groups.
• Facilitate delivery of cargo from clients to the loading platform.
• Schedule and negotiate transportation of goods with shipping or freight companies.
• Notify customers or consignees of the arrival of goods with shipping or freight companies.
• Document shipment costs and weights.
• Notify customers or consignees of the arrival of freight and arranges delivery.
• Trace and locates lost shipments when necessary.
• Communicate with the Purchasing Department, Customer Service Department, and Accounts Payable when a mistake is identified.
• Communicate with Sales team regarding key customers, receipt of next day items, damaged orders, or other related issues.
• Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place.
• Assist warehouse manager/supervisor personnel in performing tasks; sort and place merchandise in proper stock areas.
• Assist in loading and unloading merchandise on delivery trucks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures in reporting accidents in accordance with company policy.

Skills

Dependable worker

Shipping standards

Problem solving

Time management

Education

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Forklift

Reach truck

Order picker

Job description

Looking for a full-time warehouse role with a steady Monday-Friday schedule and competitive hourly pay? Professional Contractor Supply is hiring a full-time Freight Associate to help manage operations at our new distribution center in Columbus, OH! This position supports the flow of incoming and outgoing freight and contributes our our fast-paced warehouse environment where accuracy and teamwork matter.

Salary: $20.00 - $23.33 per hour

What We Have to Offer You:

We have a competitive wage and benefit package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Identity Guard, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities

• Collect shipping orders from clients.
• Prepare estimates for postal or freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs.
• Choose appropriate shipping method and prepares bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
• Confirm proper import/export documentation and classifies goods into appropriate fee or tariff groups.
• Facilitate delivery of cargo from clients to the loading platform.
• Schedule and negotiate transportation of goods with shipping or freight companies.
• Notify customers or consignees of the arrival of goods with shipping or freight companies.
• Document shipment costs and weights.
• Notify customers or consignees of the arrival of freight and arranges delivery.
• Trace and locates lost shipments when necessary.
• Communicate with the Purchasing Department, Customer Service Department, and Accounts Payable when a mistake is identified.
• Communicate with the Sales team regarding key customers, receipt of next day items, damaged orders, or other related issues.
• Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place.
• Assist warehouse manager/supervisor personnel in performing tasks; sort and place merchandise in proper stock areas.
• Assist in loading and unloading merchandise on delivery trucks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures in reporting accidents in accordance with company policy.
• Keep managers/supervisors informed of shortages, overages, damaged merchandise and inventory control.
• Assume responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations. Exercise and promote safe behaviors and demonstrate unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.
• Always remain courteous and service-minded while dealing with other employees and customers.
• Maintain a neat appearance in accordance to company dress code policy.
• Maintain punctuality and regular and reliable attendance.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members.
• Protect and maintain confidentiality of company trade secrets and other confidential or proprietary information including, without limitation, operations methods, customer information, and sales data.
• Complete projects and assignments on time.
• Attend department meetings and training as requested.
• Complete other related duties assigned by supervisor and/or department management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs in order to load packages.
• Must be a dependable worker with the ability to carry out a series of work instructions without constant supervision.
• Basic understanding of standards for shipping and freight.
• Must be proficient with computer skills.
• Math and recording abilities.
• Be dependable and report to work on a timely manner.
• Ability to create a positive and productive working relationship with employees and customers.
• Work independently using effective problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in NetSuite and Excel.
• Required to work some Saturdays for inventory.
• Must be certified to operate all material handling equipment; forklift, reach and order picker
• Must obtain an OSHA 10.
• Superior organizational and multitasking ability.
• Commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills Professionalism with respect to time management and meeting deadlines.
• Able to manage multiple, complex, on-going tasks and projects.

Physical Requirements: Continuous standing

Salary: $20.00 - $23.33 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Professional Contractor Supply is and Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. This position is safety-sensitive and, in the determination of PCS, the presence of THC could adversely affect the safety of others. Background check and drug screening are required prior to employment.