Warehouse Agent

Expeditors; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 1,790,880 - 2,755,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health plan

Life Insurance

Stock purchase plan

Training programs

Growth opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

Expeditors is seeking a Warehouse Associate at our Orlando, FL location to handle receiving, storage and shipment execution in a fast-paced logistics environment.

You will follow company standards, maintain safety, operate equipment as qualified, and support inbound/outbound freight, inventory, and customer service across teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma minimum.
• 6 months+ experience in a similar role.
• Must read, count, perform basic math, and write legibly.
• Forklift certification and TSA/CCSF screening will be required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, load, store and execute shipment orders.
• Safe forklift operation when qualified and move products to storage locations.
• Maximize space usage and correctly shelve items.
• Ensure outbound shipments are complete and properly documented.

Skills

Reading

Counting

Basic Math

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Safety procedures

Job description

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission is to recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

Job Description

Responsible for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Knows and understands their responsibility in adherence to company culture and standards. Must be able to work the shift pattern as required by the branch. Execute updates in computer system via operational tools provided.

Inbound Freight: Counts all products, takes weight, compares to manifest and checks all shipments for damage, shortage, overage and any other discrepancies. Reports shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms. If assigned, must be a qualified forklift driver, unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to assigned storage locations.

Storage: Maximizes space usage. Properly and safely puts away items onto the racks, locations and or ready rows using company system and scripts.

Cargo handling: Ensures that the correct number and type of product are being handled. Transports orders to shipping locations or assigned doors with material handling equipment (forklift, squeeze, pallet jacket). Review markings, address on cargo and ensure correct reference labels are on the cargo.

Outbound Freight: Compares quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Sign necessary documents to ensure record keeping along with the usage of system scripts. Efficiently moves product into outbound delivery vehicles.

Facility / Equipment: Maintains equipment and ensures warehouse areas are neat, clean of debris and in an orderly fashion. Operates equipment safely and efficiently. Complies with all local, OSHA and Expeditors' standards.

Inventory: Keeps accurate records and reports. Assists in physical inventories and cycle counts. May key inventory adjustments into company system.

Customer Service: Professional communication both written and oral with internal teams and service providers.

Other Duties: Repacks or re-boxes cases per customer instructions. Repairs and re-boxes damaged goods as required. Operates shrink-wrap machine, manual shrink-wrap, apply plastic and metal bands if assigned.

Security: Ensure all necessary federal and company guidelines are completed for TSA and CCSF requirements. Will require to be detailed oriented, execute company procedures and policies.

Qualifications

A. Education - Minimum high school degree.

B. Experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6 months or more.

C. Knowledge/Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.

Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques with weights up to 40 lbs. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.

D. Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Fork-lift certification and Security Threat Assessment will be required upon successful employment.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus