Freight/Warehouse Agent- Portland International Airport (PDX1)

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Portland, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Freight Agents handle cargo packages in a fast-paced warehouse environment, ensuring proper care and handling. The primary responsibility of this position is to accurately scan and label items, physically process customer packages, and ensure they are correctly tracked in the inventory management system. The agent is also responsible for maintaining precise and efficient workflows to ensure items are ready for shipping and delivery to customers.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Eligible to work in the United States
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents
Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
Pass a background check and drug screen
Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts that change every 3-4 months including nights, weekends and holidays
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
Must be able to push, pull
Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
Exposure to various warehouse conditions, including changes in temperature
Exposure to outdoor elements
Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Nice To Haves

Warehouse or inventory management experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for the manual loading and unloading of cargo
Operate handheld barcode scanners to scan incoming and outgoing packages
Verify product information by scanning item barcodes and checking for accuracy
Label packages as required to ensure proper shipment
Maintain high accuracy in scanning to minimize errors in shipment and receipts
Move packages to the correct locations within the warehouse
Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily scanning and packing goals
Follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures in a fast-paced environment
Report any discrepancies or issues to leadership
Inspect and communicate on damaged packages to leadership
Ensure proper handling and storage of cargo in accordance with safety regulations
Ensure proper documentation is applied to the correct freight
Participate in training programs on freight handling, safety, and compliance
Maintain a clean and organized work environment in freight handling areas
Attention to detail
Brings their “A” game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety
May be assigned to other duties as required