Air Freight Operations Agent - NE Job at The Custom Companies, Inc., Illinois

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  • The Custom Companies, Inc.
  • Illinois

Job Description

Be part of THE best transportation company in the Chicagoland area, The Custom Companies, Inc. An organization that values associates who contribute to the overall success of the organization encourages personal growth, development, and team environment. You are not just an "employee", you are part of a family.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This job profile for an Air Freight Operations Agent outlines the essential duties, required knowledge, and background necessary for the position. Below is a summary of the key points: Responsibilities: Routing and Tracking : Manage the routing, tracking, and tracing of shipments. Issue Resolution : Investigate and solve shipping issues and delays. Customer Interaction : Follow up with both internal and external customers, communicating pick-ups, departures, arrivals, and proofs of delivery. High-Value Freight : Identify and secure high-value freight. Inspections and Paperwork : Inspect inbound and outbound shipments and prepare related paperwork, closing out files timely. Quoting and Documentation : Assist in providing quotes and calculating profit margins, updating shipment information in the system. Knowledge and Experience: Industry Knowledge : Familiarity with air freight movement and dock procedures. Technical Skills : Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Transoft software. Autonomy and Problem-Solving : Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and address recurring issues. Background: Education : High school diploma or GED required. Experience : 2+ years of relevant work experience. Additional Duties : Able to fulfill non-managerial duties of Air Freight managers if necessary, and lead customer-facing and reporting functions. On-Call Rotation : Participate in on-call rotation every 6 weeks for customers, sales, and operations. Application Process: To apply for the Air Freight Operations Agent , visit the company's website at and apply to the "Air Freight Agent" position. We are proud to be 100% veteran owned Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status. Apply now if you enjoy working in a fast-paced dynamic work environment with excellent benefits including: Outstanding pay 401k with a company contribution that is 100% vested immediately Insurance including Health, RX, Dental, Vision, Life with significant company contributions 7 paid holidays Paid time off earned each pay period And much...much more!!!! The Custom Companies, Inc.

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