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Operations Manager

La Puente, CA · On-site

$85K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage all day-to-day warehouse, freight forwarding, and 3PL operations. * Oversee inbound, outbound, consolidation and deconsolidation services, cross-dock, transloading, pick & pack, storage, and ...

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Freight Coordinator

La Puente, CA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We provide moving, storage, trucking, freight, and logistics services, helping individuals, businesses, and government customers move goods safely and efficiently. For nearly a century, our companies ...

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Quartz Slab Planner

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... approved freight forwarders. Other duties as follows: · Crescent Quartz projects or Cut to Size POs. · Any PO that is related to a Quartz product or one of our Quartz suppliers.

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P&SC Logistics Specialist

Shreveport, LA · On-site

Ensure that the center adheres to SLB approved freight forwarder agreements and contracts. * Support planning and warehouse functions in resolving reception and invoice discrepancies. * Complete ...

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Chore-Time Customer Fulfillment Rep

Milford, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

Date Approved Milford, IN Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do: Customer ... Communicate with freight forwarders to arrange bookings for containers, LTL, and air shipments.

CTB

Chore-Time Customer Fulfillment Rep

Milford, IN · On-site

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

Date Approved Milford, IN Overall Purpose: Why the Job Exists & What You Will Do: Customer ... Communicate with freight forwarders to arrange bookings for containers, LTL, and air shipments.

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for approved freight forwarders in the United States is $27.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Approved Freight Forwarders vs Customs Brokers?

AspectApproved Freight ForwardersCustoms Brokers
CredentialsLicenses, certifications in freight logisticsCustoms broker license, certifications in customs procedures
Work EnvironmentGlobal shipping, logistics companies, freight handlingCustoms clearance, import/export documentation
Employer & IndustryShipping companies, freight forwarding firmsImport/export companies, customs agencies

Approved Freight Forwarders coordinate the transportation of goods globally, handling logistics and shipping arrangements. Customs Brokers specialize in clearing goods through customs, ensuring compliance with regulations. While both roles require related certifications and work within the logistics industry, their primary functions differ: freight forwarders manage overall shipping, whereas customs brokers focus on customs clearance.

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Operations Manager

Approved Freight Forwarders

La Puente, CA • On-site

$85K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Salary: $85,000-$88,500/ Annual
On Site, M-F, Full Time
About Us:
Founded in 1927, the DeWitt Companies is a family-owned group of transportation businesses with a strong presence in Hawaii, Guam, and California. We provide moving, storage, trucking, freight, and logistics services, helping individuals, businesses, and government customers move goods safely and efficiently. For nearly a century, our companies have built a reputation for dependable service, local expertise, and long-term relationships.
Essential Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
  • Manage all day-to-day warehouse, freight forwarding, and 3PL operations.
  • Oversee inbound, outbound, consolidation and deconsolidation services, cross-dock, transloading, pick & pack, storage, and distribution activities.
  • Ensure all customer shipments are processed accurately and shipped on time.
  • Establish daily operational priorities while balancing labor, equipment, and customer demands.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WI's) to standardize operations across departments.
  • Lead daily operational meetings and communicate performance expectations.

Freight Forwarding
  • Manage consolidation shipments via ocean, truckload (FTL), LTL, drayage, and intermodal transportation.
  • Coordinate Hawaii and island shipments while ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
  • Oversee shipment planning, booking, routing, cargo visibility, and exception management.
  • Build and maintain relationships with steamship lines, trucking companies
  • Monitor service failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Warehouse & 3PL Operations
  • Oversee receiving, inventory control, put-away, replenishment, order fulfillment, staging, shipping, and cycle counting.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy through routine audits and inventory reconciliation.
  • Optimize warehouse space utilization and improve operational flow.
  • Ensure proper handling of customer inventory and value-added services.
  • Support new customer implementations and operational start-ups.

Systems & Technology
  • Utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RF scanning technology, and transportation systems to maximize efficiency.
  • Ensure operational data integrity within a WMS.
  • Partner with IT and leadership to implement automation and technology improvements.
  • Develop operational dashboards and KPI reporting.

Financial & Performance Management
  • Manage labor scheduling to meet productivity goals while controlling costs.
  • Monitor departmental budgets and operational expenses.
  • Improve profitability through process improvements and waste reduction.
  • Ensure billing accuracy and timely completion of operational transactions.
  • Identify opportunities to increase revenue through operational efficiencies and value-added services.

Leadership & Employee Development
  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop supervisors, team leads, and operations personnel.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and establish employee development plans.
  • Create accountability through measurable performance metrics.
  • Support hiring, onboarding, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Foster a culture centered around teamwork, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Customer Experience
  • Serve as the operational point of contact for key customer accounts.
  • Participate in customer business reviews and operational meetings.
  • Resolve service issues and customer escalations with urgency.
  • Partner with Sales and Business Development to support customer growth opportunities.

Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, TSA, Hazmat, and company policies.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture through regular inspections, audits, and employee training.
  • Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain warehouse security and inventory integrity.

Qualifications
  • 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in freight forwarding, warehouse operations, or third-party logistics (3PL).
  • Minimum of 5 years managing supervisors and multiple operational departments.
  • Strong understanding of domestic and freight forwarding.
  • Experience with ocean, air freight, drayage, intermodal, LTL, FTL, and distribution operations.
  • Working knowledge of import/export documentation and customs compliance.
  • Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical, financial, and operational planning skills.
  • Proven ability to lead change and build high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Hazmat shipping certification.
  • OSHA 30 certification.
  • Custom
  • Project management experience.
  • TSA certification

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift up to 15lbs at times
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and typing on a computer

Benefits:
  • Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Vision
  • 401(k) with Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • Monthly Team Celebrations
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Supplemental Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Yearly performance reviews

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women/Veterans/Minorities/Disabled
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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