Entrylevel Transportation Inspector Jobs in Queens, NY

Job Title: Entry Level Logistics Specialist
Location: Bayonne, NJ
Salary: $50,000 - $53,000
A highly reputable company is looking for a Logistics Clerk to join their team! This role includes a large range of duties including but not limited to supporting the coordination of domestic and international shipping activities, ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment. This role manages inventory control, prepares and reviews shipping documentation, and assists with freight quotes and claims handling. The position also contributes to quality control of outgoing shipments and supports warehouse efficiency and receiving operations in a collaborative, professional environment.
Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of manufacturing and order fulfillment schedules to ensure on-time shipment of customer orders.
• Process customer orders for domestic and international shipments, including generating all required documentation such as import/export forms, bills of lading, and related paperwork.
• Provide timely support to the sales team by responding to logistics inquiries and offering shipment status updates and options.
• Conduct monthly and annual inventory counts and reconciliations to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery times with vendors and carriers to secure cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions.
• Review purchase orders for accuracy and consistency with sales orders, identifying and resolving discrepancies before shipment.
• Inspect outgoing shipments for quality and accuracy, documenting findings and ensuring compliance with quality control standards.
• Support the implementation of warehouse efficiency initiatives, including improvements in workflow, documentation, and inventory handling.
• Assist with receiving raw materials, including verifying quantities, inspecting for accuracy, and updating inventory systems.
• Prepare freight quotes and support claims handling processes to address shipping issues or discrepancies.
• Use SAP and other systems to enter, update, and maintain accurate logistics, inventory, and shipment data.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management required
• 1-3 years of Supply Chain experience required
• Experience with a large ERP system preferred
• Proficiency within Microsoft Excel

Benefits:

• Great benefits package
• Work life balance
• Stability and clear opportunities for growth into other areas of the dealership over time.

***INTERVIEWS
HAPPENING THIS WEEK***
This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call to dyseidenberg@astoncarter.com
Work Environment
The role is part of a small, close-knit team of approximately eight people, including leadership, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. The Logistics Clerk II works closely with the logistics manager and other team members in a professional industrial setting. The environment emphasizes strong teamwork, friendly co-workers, and open communication. Work is primarily office and warehouse-based, using systems such as SAP and standard logistics and inventory tools. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and a 401(k) plan, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being and long-term growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bayonne, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $25.48/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 Bayonne,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 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® Platinum Award 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.
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