“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.

• 15,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Responsible for accurate receiving, loading, storing and executing shipment orders. Knows and understands their responsibility in a contingency plan or crisis situation. 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, take 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.

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.  

Documentation: Proper validation and checking in drivers which are dropping or picking up cargo, scanning of shipment documents.  This includes ensuring drivers have necessary documents for receipt of cargo  

Communication: Able to effectively communicate with other team members able to escalate situations accordingly with the proper parties. Compose daily emails to the team(s) regarding shipment details

Minimum Qualifications

High School Degree or equivalent required

Successful candidates must pass a background check

Must be 18 years of age or older

Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Must not require future sponsorship for employment Visa

Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department needs

Fluent in English, both written and verbal

Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized

Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action

Strong organizational skills.

Analytical with a strong attention to detail

Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results

Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment

Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members 

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills

Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability

Comfortable working in a professional business environment 

Must be able to commute to the city of Hawthorne, CA

Desired Qualifications

Associates or Undergraduate Degree Preferred

Critical thinking using logic, data & qualitative reasoning

Ability to develop, evaluate, and recommend best options

Familiar with 10 Key

Ability to interact with a variety of people in a professional manner

Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills

Has a sense of urgency, is adaptable and a self-starter

Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong ability to troubleshoot by thinking outside the box

Passion for excellence in your work quality

A positive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude

Desire for a career in supply chain/global logistics.

General understanding of (department) documents

Any department specific qualifications or certifications

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time 
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.