Posted 2 weeks ago

Freight Specialist

Company: Parts Town
Category: TDL (Transportation, Distribution & Logistics)

 Addison

Type: Full Time

Parts Town seeks a Freight Specialist to join their team. As the Freight Specialist (Internally known as Eats Freight for Breakfast), you will be responsible for guaranteeing all outgoing Distribution Center parts are audited; including any quantity errors, miss picked items, or damaged parts to ensure that customer orders are correct and shipped in a timely manner. You will work closely with other internal teams including Customer Service and Order Expeditors to resolve any item or order. Salary range for this role is $42,744.83 – $52,721.25. Benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.
A Typical Day as a Freight Specialist:

  • You will be responsible for processing large customer orders to ensure they are shipped to meet Parts Town’s quality standards.
  • You will meticulously pack and wrap outgoing shipments to ensure they are delivered to customers safely and identify any damaged packages or parts.
  • Work across multiple platforms including expanded High Jump, Syspro, UPS WorldShip and Salesforce.
  • You will provide timely shipping rate quotes and order updates to Customer Service teams and schedule freight carrier pickups and prepare proper shipping documents.
  • You will operate forklift to maneuver skids and load trucks and maintain a clean and safe work environment.