Freight Forwarder Office Clerk Entry Level

TriCom Quest

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 57,859,000 - 63,370,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

TriCom Quest is seeking an Import Agent / Breakbulk for an international freight forwarder in El Segundo, CA. This long-term temp role runs Monday through Friday, 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. with occasional weekend hours and pays 21 USD per hour.

You will break down consolidated air shipments, sort cargo, verify airway bills, coordinate release, and liaise with airlines, brokers, and customers while ensuring import compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • 1 – 3 years of work experience (at least 1 year in an office)
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Must have a positive attitude and be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Break down consolidated air shipments.
  • Sort cargo by consignee and destination.
  • Verify airway bills and import documents.
  • Coordinate cargo release and delivery.
  • Communicate with airlines, brokers, and customers.
  • Ensure customs and import compliance.
  • Other related duties will be assigned

Skills

Communication skills
Positive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Import Agent / Breakbulk at an international freight forwarder.**

  • ** Monday – Friday rotation, 08:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m. Some Weekends (Once a month)**
  • ** 21/hr.**
  • ** Long-term temp position**

** Requirements of the Import Agent / Breakbulk:**

  • ** 1 – 3 years of work experience (at least 1 year in an office)**
  • ** Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel**
  • ** Excellent communication skills**
  • Must have a positive attitude and be able to work in a fast-paced environment

** Responsibilities of the Import Agent / Breakbulk:**

  • Break down consolidated air shipments.
  • Sort cargo by consignee and destination.
  • Verify airway bills and import documents.
  • Coordinate cargo release and delivery.
  • Communicate with airlines, brokers, and customers.
  • Ensure customs and import compliance.
  • Other related duties will be assigned

** Employment Type: Long-term temp**

** Schedule: Monday - Friday 08:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m.**

Freight forwarder, trucking, cargo Agent, 3pl, import, export , breakbulk


Company Description

TriCom Quest is a full-service employment agency serving the greater Los Angeles area. We partner with a wide range of industries, with a special focus on international companies, helping fill roles from entry level to executive leadership. Our mission is to connect employers with the right talent—and to help job seekers find positions where they can thrive and grow.

Company Description

TriCom Quest is a full-service employment agency serving the greater Los Angeles area. We partner with a wide range of industries, with a special focus on international companies, helping fill roles from entry level to executive leadership. Our mission is to connect employers with the right talent—and to help job seekers find positions where they can thrive and grow.

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