Freight Specialist

Parts Town; Illinois; On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profit-sharing bonus

Team events and recognition programs

Volunteer opportunities

Casual dress code

On-demand pay options

Health insurance, 401k with match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Parts Town is seeking a Freight Specialist (Internally known as Eats Freight for Breakfast) to ensure outbound distribution center parts are audited for quantity accuracy and damage, coordinating with Customer Service and Order Expeditors to resolve issues and maintain timely shipping. You will process orders, pack shipments securely, and use platforms like High Jump, Syspro, UPS WorldShip and Salesforce.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work Monday–Friday with possible Saturdays, in a 1st-shift

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to move around for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs intermittently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience operating forklift and following safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process large customer orders to meet quality standards and ship deadlines.
• Meticulously pack and wrap outgoing shipments and identify damaged packages.
• Operate forklift to move skids and load trucks; maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Provide shipping rate quotes and order updates to Customer Service; schedule carrier pickups and prepare shipping documents.
• Work across multiple platforms including High Jump, Syspro, UPS WorldShip and Salesforce.

Skills

Time management

Organization

English proficiency

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Forklift operation

Tools

High Jump

Syspro

UPS WorldShip

Salesforce

Job description

See What We’re All About As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Description

Position at Parts Town As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list! Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years. Let’s chat –

Perks

• Parts Town Pride – check out our Virtual Tour and Culture!
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

Bonus FC Perks

• Bi-Weekly Travel stipend
• Safety Shoes reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and opportunities for overtime
• Referral Bonus Program
• We offer forklift training programs
• Free food! We offer free snacks and drinks to show our appreciation to our team members

The Job at a Glance

As the Freight Specialist (Internally known as Eats Freight for Breakfast), you will be responsible for guaranteeing all outgoing Distribution Center parts are audited; including any quantity errors, miss picked items, or damaged parts to ensure that customer orders are correct and shipped in a timely manner. You will work closely with other internal teams including Customer Service and Order Expeditors to resolve any item or order.

A Typical Day

• You will be responsible for processing large customer orders to ensure they are shipped to meet Parts Town’s quality standards.
• You will meticulously pack and wrap outgoing shipments to ensure they are delivered to customers safely and identify any damaged packages or parts.
• Work across multiple platforms including expanded High Jump, Syspro, UPS WorldShip and Salesforce
• You will provide timely shipping rate quotes and order updates to Customer Service teams and schedule freight carrier pickups and prepare proper shipping documents.
• You will operate forklift to maneuver skids and load trucks and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

To Land This Opportunity

• You are in good standing, not on a disciplinary action, and a top performer in your current role
• You are passionate about time management and organization
• You are proficient in Microsoft word and Outlook
• You can move around for long periods of time and able to intermittently lift 50 lbs. unassisted
• You are vehicle certified or willing to be trained
• You are looking to work Monday through Friday 10:00 AM-6:30 PM and can work Saturdays as needed.
• You’re an all-star communicator and are proficient in English (both written and verbal).

About Your Future Team

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $43,993.80 – $53,720.20 annually ($21.15 – $25.82 hourly) which is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.