Logistics Assistant Job at Professional Alternatives, Houston, TX

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  • Professional Alternatives
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job ID#: 27060

Logistics Assistant
Immediate Opportunity –  Needed ASAP!

Contract to Hire
Pay to $25 hourly depending on experience
Location: Zip Code 77004 (Gulf Freeway Area)

Responsible for ensuring compliance with shipping and logistics systems while supporting operational efficiency. Role involves coordinating ocean import shipments, managing data entry, and handling document distribution related to customer shipments and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with the Safety and Logistics Specialist to facilitate smooth shipping operations .

Responsibilities:

  • Communicating with branch locations on the importance of complying with company safety rules and various government regulations.
  • Reporting safety and claims statistics and financial data to auditors and government agencies
  • Coordinating logistics as a liaison with various freight forwarders and delivery carriers
  • Prepare accurate bills of lading and other shipping documents, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining organized records
  • Support the Safety and Logistics Specialist in incident investigations and various safety-related tasks
  • Process requests and maintain records for drug testing and medical certifications, including random testing
  • Identify and resolve shipping errors, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency

Skills and Experience Needed:

  • Experience in freight forwarding and shipping, both domestic and international
  • Proficiency in handling road, air, and courier shipments
  • Knowledge of requirements for international and hazardous material shipping
  • Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to successfully manage concurrent projects and multiple priorities
  • Strong organizational skills

Founded in 1998, Professional Alternatives is an award-winning recruiting and that utilizes technology and relationships to deliver top talent.  Connect with us today!

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Immediate start,

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