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Air Logistics Warehouse Specialist

Kuehne+Nagel
15 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Schiller Park, IL, United States
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It's more than a job As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine. ‎ How you create impact You will support the safe, accurate, and timely movement of shipments through the warehouse while maintaining required documentation and quality standards. Receive, inspect, stage, and prepare inbound and outbound shipments Load and unload freight following established safety and handling procedures Verify shipment information, labels, documentation, quantities, and freight condition Maintain accurate inventory and shipment records using warehouse systems and scanners Prepare freight for transport, including palletizing, wrapping, labeling, and other required handling Support time-sensitive and temperature-sensitive healthcare and pharmaceutical shipments Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment Identify and communicate shipment discrepancies, damages, or other operational issues Follow established quality, safety, and operational procedures What we would like you to bring You are dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a hands-on warehouse environment where accurate documentation and careful handling are essential. You can manage assigned responsibilities independently after training while communicating effectively and contributing to a collaborative team. To be successful in this role, you should bring: Previous experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, inventory control, freight, transportation, or logistics Familiarity with Goods In and Goods Out, inbound receiving, outbound shipping, or similar warehouse processes Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete manual and electronic documentation accurately Experience working in a safety-focused, quality-controlled, or compliance-driven environment Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize assigned work, and meet strict deadlines Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort managing operational email communication Ability to work independently after training while supporting the broader warehouse team Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a consistent approach to completing assigned work Experience handling temperature-controlled, time-critical, life sciences, or specialized freight is preferred Familiarity with cold chain packaging solutions, GDP requirements, or courier and freight operations is a plus Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and warehouse or inventory systems Ability to work in a physically active, non-climate-controlled warehouse environment and safely lift up to 49 pounds, with team-lift or equipment support available for heavier items What's in it for you At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. The hourly pay range for this position is $22–$25/hour . Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Emp…

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