Job Description:

AML is looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working individual that is interested in learning more about the transportation industry. Does that sound like you? If so, you should apply to be our next Freight Checker.

Working primarily outside, you will direct traffic in the truck lanes to ensure efficiency. You will verify cargo against the bills of lading, measure & record dimensions of cargo, and record the condition of cargo upon arrival. Learn to prepare a stow plan showing the location of cargo stowed aboard our barges.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review Bills of Lading (BOL) documents for accuracy and compare the freight stickers printed by the receiving staff to the BOL to ensure accuracy


• Cross reference the markings on the freight that are affixed to the cargo.


• Alert Customer Service/Receiving staff on about any discrepancies or problems as you are the “eyes” on the freight.


• Affixing labels to the cargo


• Count pieces and measure all the dimensions of bundles and length of the cargo ranging from cars, boats, truckloads of building materials, vehicles, machinery, houses, etc.


• Write on the bill of lading an accurate descriptions of the freight. Note any damage that arrived with the freight so that company does not get a claim for damage they are not responsible for.

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail for accuracy.


• Comfortable working outdoors.


• Ability to prioritize and multitask.


• Positive and professional demeanor.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• We expect you to show up to work, every day and on time.


• Strong work ethic - we work together as a team.

Your Benefits will include:

 

Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + additional extended leave paid time

Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in additional to PTO (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)

Health Insurance - medical, dental and vision with low employee contributions

Health Insurance for your family – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family

401(k) with company match + additional annual retirement contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you

Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you

Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement

Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)

Discretionary Bonus Program

Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews 

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