Warehouse/CFS Coordinator

Company Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design.

Job Summary

The warehouse/CFS coordinator is responsible for both warehouse and CFS duties. Duties include but are not limited to fork lift operation, packing, container unloading/loading, block & brace, cargo check-in on computer system, storage inventory management, arranging cargo delivery with carriers and some pick-up and delivery while following company policies and procedures. Additional responsibilities include ensuing accuracy, compliance and providing support to all departments within the Montreal Branch.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fork Lift operation and all tasks that are associated with it
• Load/unload cargo from various types of transportation including trucks, trailers, containers etc.
• Manual offloading cargo from containers, airline pallets, trailers etc.
• Measure, weight, and physically count products
• Check-in cargo receives by air/ocean into company system
• Pack and re-pack of shipments for freight going out
• Household goods moving and packing at customer’s site and warehouse
• Distribution/warehouse monthly inventory using company system tool/software
• Billing customer for warehouse storage and truck delivery
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, objectives, safety and business ethics
• Practice safe warehouse procedures, identify potential hazards, and recommend improvements where necessary
• Maintain warehouse in a neat, orderly and efficient fashion - 5S to be practiced daily. Regular clean with sweeping machine.
• Oversee warehouse Inventory and supplies
• Prompt and accurate communication with customers, external branches and sub-contractors.
• Occasional delivery and pick-up cargos by company vehicles which
• would include the airlines warehouse
• Report any work-related injuries or accidents to Supervisor/Manager
• Various other duties as may be required

Qualifications/Competencies:

• 1-3 years experience in general warehousing and Fork lift
• Proficient with computer programs – Excel, Word, AS400 and general computer skills
• Ability to physically handle items of variable weight up to and including 55 lbs
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to learn, use, and convey required information to clients and related party.
• Background in Air and Ocean freight an asset
• Knowledge of warehouse documentation, including RNS, bonded freight and airline documentation an asset
• Have a flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as necessary
• Some geographic knowledge of city for deliveries and pickups
• Good verbal and written communication skills in both French and English

Education/Certification:

• Minimum College diploma or equivalency certificate and/or relevant working experience.
• Fork Lift license
• Class 5 driver license
• Transport of Dangerous Goods certificate an asset
• Authorized cargo representative certification (ACR) an asset

Work Environment:

• Work station in warehouse
• Some exposure to warehouse noisy environment
• Exposure to outside elements when driving company vehicles
• Some stress related to conflicting demands, deadlines and prioritization of tasks
• Exposure to DG in the warehouse
• Exposure to battery acid when driving and doing circle checks daily on the electric forklifts
• May have exposure of packing heavy item

**What We Offer! **

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage)
RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching
Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency.

Posting is for an existing vacancy.