How to hire an expeditor

How to hire an expeditor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step expeditor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an expeditor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new expeditor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an expeditor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An expeditor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, expeditors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of expeditors.

   Type of Expeditor	Description	Hourly rate
   Expeditor	Material recording clerks track product information in order to keep businesses and supply chains on schedule. They ensure proper scheduling, recordkeeping, and inventory control.	$13-25
   Production Control Clerk	Production control clerks will need to possess skills in data, entry, drafting customer supports and orders, dealing with production workers, and handling material inventory records. Also, clerical skills are a plus... Show more	$12-24
   Production Controller	A production controller is in charge of overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring the workflow adheres to the quality standards, budgets, and deadlines. It is their duty to develop production and inventory control techniques, coordinate with managers to establish objectives and guidelines, review production plans and job orders, and supervise the supply chain operations... Show more	$17-35

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Cleanliness
   • House Training
   • Team Work
   • Purchase Orders
   • Logistics
   • Good Communication
   • Food Orders
   • Food Quality
   • Food Handling
   • Work Ethic
   • Basic Math
   • Production Schedules
   • On-Time Delivery

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage requisition and purchase order report facilitating logistics, supply chain and procurement which consolidate and streamline previous standard operating procedures.
   • Experience with MRP demand and supply planning also familiar with financial analysis relate to inventory management.
   • Maintain documentation in compliance with ISO requirements.
   • Place purchase order base on ERP system recommendation.
   • Handle all carry-out orders and operation of POS system.
   • Purchase MRO products, electronic components and negotiate pricing.

   More expeditor duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your expeditor job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An expeditor salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an expeditor in North Carolina may be lower than in Nevada, and an entry-level expeditor usually earns less than a senior-level expeditor. Additionally, an expeditor with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average expeditor salary

   $39,811yearly

   $19.14 hourly rate

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   Entry-level expeditor salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 28, 2026

   Average expeditor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Kansas	$49,790	$24
   2	California	$47,338	$23
   3	Wisconsin	$46,321	$22
   4	Washington	$44,244	$21
   5	Oklahoma	$44,097	$21
   6	Indiana	$44,019	$21
   7	Illinois	$43,758	$21
   8	Arkansas	$41,138	$20
   9	Georgia	$40,834	$20
   10	Colorado	$40,824	$20
   11	Maine	$40,317	$19
   12	Oregon	$40,315	$19
   13	Massachusetts	$40,030	$19
   14	Missouri	$39,980	$19
   15	Michigan	$39,139	$19
   16	Pennsylvania	$38,997	$19
   17	Hawaii	$38,692	$19
   18	New York	$37,932	$18
   19	Ohio	$36,768	$18
   20	Arizona	$36,756	$18

   Average expeditor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Westinghouse Appliances Australia	$70,986	$34.13	5
   2	BlackRock	$65,409	$31.45	2
   3	AECOM	$62,717	$30.15	3
   4	Curtiss-Wright	$62,424	$30.01	1
   5	Jacobs Engineering Group	$62,309	$29.96
   6	Burns & McDonnell	$61,105	$29.38	2
   7	Black & Veatch	$60,673	$29.17
   8	Astronics	$60,371	$29.02	12
   9	HRL Laboratories	$59,349	$28.53
   10	Bamboo Solutions	$58,211	$27.99
   11	Texas Roadhouse	$58,130	$27.95	165
   12	PNM Resources	$57,862	$27.82
   13	Cenergy International Services	$56,171	$27.01
   14	Bechtel Corporation	$55,509	$26.69	7
   15	ASRC Federal	$54,964	$26.43	3
   16	Donatech	$54,315	$26.11
   17	National Grid plc	$54,306	$26.11
   18	Sanmina	$53,232	$25.59	4
   19	Axiom Space	$52,247	$25.12
   20	ODELL	$51,933	$24.97

4. Writing an expeditor job description

   An expeditor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an expeditor job description:

   Expeditor job description example

   Terumo Medical Corporation (TMC) develops, manufactures, and markets a complete, solutions-based portfolio of high-quality medical devices used in a broad range of applications for numerous areas of the healthcare industry. TMC places a premium on providing customers with world-class products, training and education programs that drive clear economic value, better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. TMC is part of Tokyo-based Terumo Corporation; one of the world's leading medical device manufacturers with $5+ billion in sales, 20,000+ employees worldwide and operations in more than 160 nations. Terumo Medical Corporation is comprised of two strategic business divisions: Terumo Interventional Systems and Terumo Medical Products.
   
   Responsible for controlling all material movement and inventory. Under a minimum of supervision, basic functions are done on an independent basis. However, the associate is required to consult with the supervisor when questions or problems arise.
   Job Details:
   1. Associate is responsible to follow requirement of applicable national and international regulations.
   2. Inventory control of all materials (retrieving and/or sending of material using computer system) to include accurate documentation. Manage materials across departments.
   3. Open and close manufacturing orders, using computer system.
   4. Ensure proper processing, packaging, labeling, palletizing, stamping, etc., of product in accordance with standards.
   5. Maintenance and operation of processing, packaging and material handling equipment, which may include hand packing.
   6. Maintain a clean and safe work area.
   7. Participate in team meetings with management to provide input on issues related but not limited to quality, productivity, efficiency, yield, personal performance, attendance, teamwork, etc.
   8. Associate is responsible to follow requirements of TMC Quality System; including but not limited to: process controls, inspection procedures, document/data control, and change control practices.
   9. Perform other job related duties as assigned.
   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Strong mathematical and record-keeping skills. Ability to communicate clearly both verbal and written.Typically requires exacting attention to details (lot numbers, etc.), continuous standing, walking with frequent bending. Associate must be able to do individual lifts of 50 lbs; Shared lifts up to 100lbs.
   Background ExperiencesTypically requires a high school diploma. Experience in computer use
   It is Terumo's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As a Company, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

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5. Post your job

   To find expeditors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any expeditors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level expeditors with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your expeditor job on Zippia to find and recruit expeditor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting expeditors requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new expeditor

   Once you've selected the best expeditor candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new expeditor. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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