Operations Specialist (Mon - Fri 2:30pm - 11pm)

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Van Nuys, CA

2d • $18 - $27

About The Position

Essential Job Functions Prepare documentation, dock receipts, and bills of lading. Track and trace cargo as necessary to insure proper movement and delivery. Provide accounting department with proper and correct billing information. Communicate with clients regarding disposition of Freight (i.e. tracking & tracing, routing & dispatching, and rate quotations). Communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding shipment dispatch, routing, pricing, and rates. Communicate & correspond with other Company branches and agents for client satisfaction and ensure excellent service execution. Seek the most profitable mode of shipment that meets client’s requirement for the movement of freight. Other duties as assigned Other Skills & Abilities Knowledge of domestic transportation industry preferred. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate (verbally and intuitively) effectively with both clients and internal personnel. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be career-oriented, hard-working, quick learner and have excellent recall for past events/situations/numbers. Strong knowledge of personal computers Physical Requirements Position may require extended periods of sitting, computer use, standing and walking. Some light lifting may be required in some instances Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum 4 years related experience. Minimum 3 years industry experience preferred. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES Professional certification may be required in some areas. California required disclosure: Salary range for this position is between USD 17.75 to 26.56 hourly. WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE? At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work. We offer: Quarterly Incentive Plan 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job Employee Referral Bonuses Employee Recognition and Rewards Program Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities Employee Discounts Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check. More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 4 years related experience.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate (verbally and intuitively) effectively with both clients and internal personnel.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be career-oriented, hard-working, quick learner and have excellent recall for past events/situations/numbers.
• Strong knowledge of personal computers
• Position may require extended periods of sitting, computer use, standing and walking.
• Some light lifting may be required in some instances

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of domestic transportation industry preferred.
• Minimum 3 years industry experience preferred.
• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documentation, dock receipts, and bills of lading.
• Track and trace cargo as necessary to insure proper movement and delivery.
• Provide accounting department with proper and correct billing information.
• Communicate with clients regarding disposition of Freight (i.e. tracking & tracing, routing & dispatching, and rate quotations).
• Communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding shipment dispatch, routing, pricing, and rates.
• Communicate & correspond with other Company branches and agents for client satisfaction and ensure excellent service execution.
• Seek the most profitable mode of shipment that meets client’s requirement for the movement of freight.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED