Warehouse Distribution Agent

Expeditors; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health Plan: Medical

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Development

Growth opportunities

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Expeditors is seeking an hourly Warehouse Associate in Ohio to support the timely movement of goods. You will unload/load trucks, weigh and dimension freight, and operate forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy in data entry, labeling, and shipping documentation, while maintaining safety and teamwork. No relocation required; you will work as part of a collaborative logistics team with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, count, do basic math and write legibly.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Can lift up to 40 lbs and follow safety guidelines.
• Forklift certification and Security Threat Assessment required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate unloading/loading of trucks.
• Accurate weighing and dimensioning of freight.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Report shortages, damages and discrepancies.
• Data entry into the operational system.
• Verify order quantities and labeling before shipments.
• Accurate labeling and proper put-away of freight.
• Filling out required documentation and country codes check.
• Interact with office to meet customer service standards.
• Contribute to safe warehouse environment and productivity.

Skills

Reading & basic math

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Stamina

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Certification

Security Threat Assessment

Job description

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! 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

We 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

Scope of Position:

Assist the team with the timely and accurate movement of goods in and out of the warehouse.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Timely & accurate unloading/loading of trucks.
• Accurate weighing and dimensioning of freight.
• Operation of stand-up and sit-down forklifts
• Reports shortages, damages and/or discrepancies on appropriate forms.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into our operational system.
• Compares quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
• Accurate labeling of freight, zero cross-labels.
• Proper putting away, picking, & staging freight, all freight must be put away into a location & accounted for (PUT’s & LDD)
• Filling out documentation as required
• Be able to identify and match numbers and country codes
• Ability to interact with office to meet customer service standards.
• Contribute to maintain good relationships with customers, zero mis-ships, cross labels or damage to customer freight.
• Contributing to ensure a clean and safe warehouse environment, including Temperature Controlled Room.
• May check in drivers in the ProxyClick system and verify their information (if trained to do so).
• Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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 40lbs. 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.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results.
• Organized and has good time management skills
• Must have excellent work habits. Fork-lift certification and Security Threat Assessment will be required upon successful employment.
• Easily adaptable to changes.
• Stress tolerant
• Reliable and motivated.
• Confidence to work collaboratively with others on the team.
• Has a positive attitude and works with others well.
• Hourly position, and must comply with all attendance and tardiness and vacation policies.

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent 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