Warehouse Agent

Education (preferred level) high school diploma.

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

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. 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.

Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must be familiar with warehouse systems.

Fork-lift certification may be required within 6 months of employment.

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 (US only)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Scope of Position:

Expected to ensure that the warehouse is running smoothly while adhering to the rules and regulations set forth by Expeditors, with safety being the priority. Ensure that shipments are unloaded, documented, stored, pulled, labeled and transferred to the carrier prior to the applicable cut-offs times correctly.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Safety is the FIRST duty and responsibility for everyone that works in an Expeditors warehouse. Ensure all vendor safety practices are adhered to, instruct others of proper safety practices and advise supervisor of abuses

Agents will closely work with the shift lead to ensure a smooth operation for the day and for the week. All inconsistencies to the plan will be discussed with the supervisor.

Maintain the level of appearance of the warehouse expected by the Expeditors culture

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

Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order and risk management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

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.

18,000 trained professionals

300+ locations worldwide

Fortune 500