Freight Specialist

Parts Town•Addison, IL

About The Position

The Freight Specialist is responsible for auditing all outgoing Distribution Center parts for quantity errors, mispicked items, or damage so customer orders are correct and shipped on time. The role works with Customer Service and Order Expeditors to resolve item or order issues. The specialist processes large customer orders, packs and wraps shipments, identifies damaged packages or parts, provides shipping rate quotes and order updates, schedules freight carrier pickups, and prepares shipping documents. The role also uses multiple software platforms, operates a forklift to move skids and load trucks, and maintains a clean and safe work environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM, with Saturdays as needed. The annual salary range is $43,993.80–$53,720.20 ($21.15–$25.82 hourly), based in part on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

Requirements

Be in good standing in the current role, not on disciplinary action, and a top performer in the current role.
Have strong time-management and organizational skills.
Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Be able to move around for long periods and intermittently lift 50 pounds unassisted.
Be vehicle certified or willing to be trained.
Be available to work Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM, and Saturdays as needed.
Have strong communication skills and proficiency in written and verbal English.

Responsibilities

Audit all outgoing Distribution Center parts for quantity errors, mispicked items, or damage.
Process large customer orders to ensure they ship in accordance with Parts Town’s quality standards and on time.
Pack and wrap outgoing shipments and identify damaged packages or parts.
Work with Customer Service and Order Expeditors to resolve item or order issues.
Provide timely shipping rate quotes and order updates to Customer Service teams.
Schedule freight carrier pickups and prepare shipping documents.
Operate a forklift to maneuver skids and load trucks.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.