Freight Classification Specialist Lead

XPO; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Company holidays

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO is hiring a Freight Classification Specialist Lead in Minnesota to review inspection reports, conduct dock inspections, verify BOL descriptions, and gather shipment data while researching NMFC descriptions to assign the correct class. You will issue NMFC-based corrections and upload documentation for review.

The role emphasizes meticulous data collection, strong communication, and the ability to handle a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• 4 years of work or military experience
• Able to explain and document classification corrections for all involved parties
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Able to effectively navigate the internet using specific keywords for research
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends

Responsibilities

• Review inspection reports to identify potential issues
• Conduct inspections of shipments on the dock utilizing handheld devices
• Review BOL and billing descriptions to verify accuracy
• Gather information related to the shipment, including dimensions, pictures, and commodity characteristics
• Research commodity information using the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) for applicable description and class
• Issue document corrections based on the applicable provisions from the NMFC
• Upload documents/pictures into the image system for review
• Maintain the reports necessary to measure corrections activity and revenue recovery

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NMFC knowledge

Job description

What you’ll need to succeed as a Freight Classification Specialist Lead at XPO

• 4 years of work or military experience
• Able to explain and document classification corrections for all involved parties
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Able to effectively navigate the internet using specific keywords for research
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends

Preferred qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of NMFC provisions, including rules and packaging
• Weights and inspections experience
• Less-than-Truckload (LTL) industry knowledge and experience

About the Freight Classification Specialist Lead job

Pay, benefits and more

• Expected pay range: $27.17 to $35.79 per hour. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 7 days PTO over your first year
• Earn up to 6 days of paid sick and safe leave per year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Review inspection reports to identify potential issues
• Conduct inspections of shipments on the dock utilizing handheld devices
• Review BOL and billing descriptions to verify accuracy
• Gather information related to the shipment, including dimensions, pictures, and commodity characteristics
• Research commodity information using the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) for applicable description and class
• Issue document corrections based on the applicable provisions from the NMFC
• Upload documents/pictures into the image system for review
• Maintain the reports necessary to measure corrections activity and revenue recovery

Freight Classification Specialist Leads are required to

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 75 lbs.
• Stand, sit or walk for extended periods
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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