Freight agent job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example freight agent requirements on a job description
Freight agent requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in freight agent job postings.
Sample freight agent requirements
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, business or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other transportation software.
- Familiarity with customs regulations and international shipping requirements.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Sample required freight agent soft skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
- Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Freight agent job description example 1
Petco Holdings, Inc. freight agent job description
Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!
What you'll do:
* Provide optimal guest experience services.
* Assist guests in the proper selection of merchandise in accordance with their identified needs.
* Demonstrate a high level of interest in the welfare, health, and proper handling of all animals.
* Perform cashiering duties.
* Perform related duties in support of the store attaining its assigned sales goal.
* Ensure merchandise is properly stocked and priced.
* Adhere to established operational guidelines and store policies and procedures.
* Evaluate guest inquiries and as needed refers to Guest Experience Leader and/or Leader on Duty.
Key Accountabilities:
The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.
* Ensures the health and well-being of live animals by providing the correct care in accordance with the established Petco standards, policies and procedures including the completion of the hourly animal health check and wellness cards.
* Interacts professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with an emphasis on company interests.
* Provides prompt and courteous service to all Petco guests by determining their needs and sharing product knowledge to suggest the appropriate merchandise, and by effectively employing suggestive selling techniques to increase individual sales.
* Demonstrates knowledge in nutrition, Pals Rewards membership sign-up, Welcome to the Family and effective suggestive selling techniques to increase sales.
* Ensures an exceptional guest experience for all Omni-channel initiatives, to include but not limited to Instacart, Extended Aisle and Repeat Delivery.
* Performs all aspects of point-of-sale service, e.g. cash sales, credit and check sales, returns and exchanges. Performs the daily balance of cash drawer as necessary.
* Assists in stocking and facing merchandise according to established standards.
* Completes cash register transactions as well as guest carry-out service consisting of merchandise weighing up to but not exceeding 50 pounds per trip.
* Adheres to loss prevention policies.
* Assists in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise according to established procedures, in order to ensure that the store is well stocked and that inventory counts are accurate.
* Ensures that store animals, birds, reptiles and fish receive the highest quality care, maintained in habits that are clean, safe, and secure, and that all reasonable and required steps are taken to maintain their good health.
* Alerts store leaders immediately if any animal, reptile, bird or fish is in need of medical attention or other special care.
* Performs routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store, to include sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, washing the windows, facing the merchandise on the shelves, restroom maintenance, etc.
* Assists store leadership in the opening/closing of the store as needed, to include the accurate completion of required paperwork.
* Participates in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts.
* Adheres to and promotes established safety procedures and maintenance of clean, safe and healthy environment for store partners, guests and animals.
* Performs special projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Work Environment:
The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although merchandise receiving, merchandise carry-outs, or stock balancing will require leaving the store briefly. This position requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and pull 2000 lbs utilizing material handling equipment. Improper use of safety equipment and/or not following proper lifting techniques may pose of risk of injury to customers, pets, and store personnel. Follow all safety precautions and procedures.
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
What you'll do:
* Provide optimal guest experience services.
* Assist guests in the proper selection of merchandise in accordance with their identified needs.
* Demonstrate a high level of interest in the welfare, health, and proper handling of all animals.
* Perform cashiering duties.
* Perform related duties in support of the store attaining its assigned sales goal.
* Ensure merchandise is properly stocked and priced.
* Adhere to established operational guidelines and store policies and procedures.
* Evaluate guest inquiries and as needed refers to Guest Experience Leader and/or Leader on Duty.
Key Accountabilities:
The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.
* Ensures the health and well-being of live animals by providing the correct care in accordance with the established Petco standards, policies and procedures including the completion of the hourly animal health check and wellness cards.
* Interacts professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with an emphasis on company interests.
* Provides prompt and courteous service to all Petco guests by determining their needs and sharing product knowledge to suggest the appropriate merchandise, and by effectively employing suggestive selling techniques to increase individual sales.
* Demonstrates knowledge in nutrition, Pals Rewards membership sign-up, Welcome to the Family and effective suggestive selling techniques to increase sales.
* Ensures an exceptional guest experience for all Omni-channel initiatives, to include but not limited to Instacart, Extended Aisle and Repeat Delivery.
* Performs all aspects of point-of-sale service, e.g. cash sales, credit and check sales, returns and exchanges. Performs the daily balance of cash drawer as necessary.
* Assists in stocking and facing merchandise according to established standards.
* Completes cash register transactions as well as guest carry-out service consisting of merchandise weighing up to but not exceeding 50 pounds per trip.
* Adheres to loss prevention policies.
* Assists in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise according to established procedures, in order to ensure that the store is well stocked and that inventory counts are accurate.
* Ensures that store animals, birds, reptiles and fish receive the highest quality care, maintained in habits that are clean, safe, and secure, and that all reasonable and required steps are taken to maintain their good health.
* Alerts store leaders immediately if any animal, reptile, bird or fish is in need of medical attention or other special care.
* Performs routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store, to include sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, washing the windows, facing the merchandise on the shelves, restroom maintenance, etc.
* Assists store leadership in the opening/closing of the store as needed, to include the accurate completion of required paperwork.
* Participates in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts.
* Adheres to and promotes established safety procedures and maintenance of clean, safe and healthy environment for store partners, guests and animals.
* Performs special projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Work Environment:
The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although merchandise receiving, merchandise carry-outs, or stock balancing will require leaving the store briefly. This position requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise and standing for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and pull 2000 lbs utilizing material handling equipment. Improper use of safety equipment and/or not following proper lifting techniques may pose of risk of injury to customers, pets, and store personnel. Follow all safety precautions and procedures.
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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Freight agent job description example 2
PrimeFlight Aviation Services freight agent job description
**Prime Flight Cargo remains open as an essential employer, delivering airfreight and cargo around the United States.**
Do you want job stability with advancement opportunities? Are you looking for a job with guaranteed full-time hours and a team that contributes to world-class customer satisfaction? You found it! Don't ignore this opportunity!!
We have job opportunities available for **Full-Time Freight/Warehouse Agents located at the ONT airport in Ontario, CA.** Experience preferred, but not required as training is provided. The Ontario Airport is a premier location in the Inland Empire. We offer internal promotion opportunities and a competitive wage.
**Job description** : Full-time Freight/Warehouse Agents perform a variety of warehouse duties, including receiving and processing inbound and outbound airfreight, filling orders for shipment, building and breaking down freight, performing foreign object damage ("FOD") inspections and organizing warehouse inventory.
**Required Skills/Abilities:**
+ Consistently attend assigned shifts including weekends and holidays.
+ Work in a fast-paced environment, at times stressful.
+ Able to work with little to no supervision.
+ Friendly and outgoing personality.
+ Self-motivated and a team player.
+ Able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
**Job Requirements:**
+ Pass a background check, including criminal and employment, and a pre-employment drug test.
+ At least 18 years of age.
+ U.S. citizen or provide proof of right to work in the U.S.
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds and to bend, lift, stretch, and reach below the waist and above the head.
+ Able to stand for long periods of time.
+ Able to work in a high noise environment.
+ The warehouse is not air-conditioned but is fanned and ventilated
**_Employee benefit plans and 401K programs effective on the first of the month after completing 60 days of employment_**
**Our work culture is** :
Detail and safety-oriented with quality-focused customer satisfaction.
Diversified with strong team collaboration.
Performance focused on positive results.
**Are you interested in working in an Airport environment, in an Aviation Job, or a related career? We have Cargo Jobs, Warehouse Jobs, Logistics Positions, and Package Handler Positions available within our Cargo locations. As part of a large network, employees also have access to advancement opportunities across the U.S. including Baggage Handler, Ground Handler Jobs, management positions, and various other Airport Positions.**
Join our team today!
Do you want job stability with advancement opportunities? Are you looking for a job with guaranteed full-time hours and a team that contributes to world-class customer satisfaction? You found it! Don't ignore this opportunity!!
We have job opportunities available for **Full-Time Freight/Warehouse Agents located at the ONT airport in Ontario, CA.** Experience preferred, but not required as training is provided. The Ontario Airport is a premier location in the Inland Empire. We offer internal promotion opportunities and a competitive wage.
**Job description** : Full-time Freight/Warehouse Agents perform a variety of warehouse duties, including receiving and processing inbound and outbound airfreight, filling orders for shipment, building and breaking down freight, performing foreign object damage ("FOD") inspections and organizing warehouse inventory.
**Required Skills/Abilities:**
+ Consistently attend assigned shifts including weekends and holidays.
+ Work in a fast-paced environment, at times stressful.
+ Able to work with little to no supervision.
+ Friendly and outgoing personality.
+ Self-motivated and a team player.
+ Able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
**Job Requirements:**
+ Pass a background check, including criminal and employment, and a pre-employment drug test.
+ At least 18 years of age.
+ U.S. citizen or provide proof of right to work in the U.S.
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds and to bend, lift, stretch, and reach below the waist and above the head.
+ Able to stand for long periods of time.
+ Able to work in a high noise environment.
+ The warehouse is not air-conditioned but is fanned and ventilated
**_Employee benefit plans and 401K programs effective on the first of the month after completing 60 days of employment_**
**Our work culture is** :
Detail and safety-oriented with quality-focused customer satisfaction.
Diversified with strong team collaboration.
Performance focused on positive results.
**Are you interested in working in an Airport environment, in an Aviation Job, or a related career? We have Cargo Jobs, Warehouse Jobs, Logistics Positions, and Package Handler Positions available within our Cargo locations. As part of a large network, employees also have access to advancement opportunities across the U.S. including Baggage Handler, Ground Handler Jobs, management positions, and various other Airport Positions.**
Join our team today!
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Freight agent job description example 3
Menzies Aviation freight agent job description
IMMEDIATE HIRING!!! at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)!!!
Want to work for one of the leading Ground Handling companies in the world? Join Menzies Aviation and be part of our family!
+ New Pay Rates - $22.67/hour or $18.04.00/hour with free medical benefit !
+ Paid Training
+ Advancement Opportunities
+ Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
+ Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Training
+ Uniform Provided
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Move cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft airport terminals, air cargo facilities and other aircraft.
+ Operate motorized equipment
+ Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifest, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
+ Performs other duties ad assigned.
Required Skills:
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing, including physical test, drug screen and ten-year background check as required by US Customs.
+ Must be at least 18 years of age.
+ Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
+ Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
+ Valid driver's license with good driving record.
+ Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs.
+ Prior ramp experience a plus.
+ Must be available on call and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
+ Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
+ Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal.
+ Must pass driver's test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver's license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA).
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
+ Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required
+ Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Education
Preferred
+ High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
+ EMPLOYEE BADGE
+ DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Want to work for one of the leading Ground Handling companies in the world? Join Menzies Aviation and be part of our family!
+ New Pay Rates - $22.67/hour or $18.04.00/hour with free medical benefit !
+ Paid Training
+ Advancement Opportunities
+ Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
+ Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Training
+ Uniform Provided
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Move cargo and baggage on and off aircraft and transport it between aircraft airport terminals, air cargo facilities and other aircraft.
+ Operate motorized equipment
+ Read and interpret aircraft weight and balance instructions, hazardous material identification labels, aircraft loading manifest, and baggage and cargo routing tags.
+ Performs other duties ad assigned.
Required Skills:
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing, including physical test, drug screen and ten-year background check as required by US Customs.
+ Must be at least 18 years of age.
+ Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
+ Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
+ Valid driver's license with good driving record.
+ Comfortably and continuously lift/move 70 lbs.
+ Prior ramp experience a plus.
+ Must be available on call and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
+ Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
+ Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal.
+ Must pass driver's test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver's license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA).
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
+ Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required
+ Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Education
Preferred
+ High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
+ EMPLOYEE BADGE
+ DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024