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We are hiring a Air Export Specialist!!

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Air Export Specialist to join our team. This operational role primarily involves data entry within the logistics and freight forwarding sector. The position requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to manage logistics operations efficiently.

Responsibilities

+ Perform data entry tasks related to logistics and freight forwarding.

+ Provide customer service support through email communication.

+ Arrange pickups for customers and coordinate trucking transportation to and from shippers.

+ Organize air and ocean carriers for shipments.

+ Maintain constant communication with overseas offices regarding shipment details.

+ Ensure billing and email communications are up-to-date.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

+ 0-3 years of retail or office experience.

+ Strong customer service skills.

+ Proactive and go-getter attitude.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree is preferred.

+ Experience in ocean import is a plus.

+ Entry-level candidates, including recent college graduates, are encouraged to apply.

Work Environment

The position is 100% onsite. The schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. The office environment is modern and renovated, promoting a culture of growth and development. Opportunities exist for career advancement within the company, including roles in sales, ocean, billing, and management. The company offers competitive benefits, holiday pay during the contract, and typically provides Christmas bonuses to contractors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WOOD DALE, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in WOOD DALE,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.