Global Freight Operations Specialist (Night Shifts)

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an International Operations Agent II in Palatine, IL to coordinate day-to-day import/export activities across air and ocean freight. You will handle customer requirements, documentation, quotes, schedules and billing while ensuring compliance with regulations and company KPIs.

The role requires 3+ years in export/import ops, 5+ years as a freight forwarder, and CCS certification. Competitive night-shift schedule, benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in export/import operations.
• 5+ years experience as freight forwarder for international operations.
• Basic IATA/NVOCC, FAA, TSA, Export Regulations, AES and CBP knowledge.
• Intermediate ITAR, DG or TSA regulations knowledge.
• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist certification required; Dangerous Goods certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule shifts Wed–Sat 8:00 PM–6:00 AM CT (10-hour shifts).
• Qualify shipping requirements and obtain necessary documentation for quotations.
• Prepare profitable quotations accurately.
• Set shipping schedules and communicate with customers, deliverers and ports.
• Coordinate day-to-day import/export and review orders and documents.
• Track delays, damages and resolve customer issues promptly.
• Manage all aspects of air and ocean international operations including billing.
• Ensure shipments are billed per guidelines and timelines.
• Adhere to company policies and standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Export/Import Operations

Freight Forwarder Experience

IATA/NVOCC/FAA/TSA/AES/CBP knowledge

ITAR/DG/TSA regulations knowledge

General Computer Skills

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CCS-Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking an International Operations Agent II in Palatine, IL to coordinate day-to-day import/export activities across air and ocean freight. You will handle customer requirements, documentation, quotes, schedules and billing while ensuring compliance with regulations and company KPIs.

The role requires 3+ years in export/import ops, 5+ years as a freight forwarder, and CCS certification. Competitive night-shift schedule, benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.