Air Charter Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Logistics (Air Charter) Coordinator

Job Description

This role focuses on coordinating time-sensitive air charter shipments for manufacturing customers, ensuring critical freight moves quickly and accurately from origin to destination. You will act as a key liaison between customers and air carriers, providing responsive customer service, managing shipment details in internal systems, and resolving issues in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage air charter shipments from initiation through completion, ensuring timely pickup and delivery.
• Evaluate customer needs and determine the most effective transportation solution based on timing, cost, and service requirements.
• Enter, update, and maintain accurate shipment details in internal systems in real time.
• Communicate pricing, timing, and logistics details clearly and professionally to customers.
• Coordinate with air carriers and other service providers to secure capacity and confirm shipment arrangements.
• Monitor shipment progress continuously and proactively address any delays, disruptions, or exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and industry requirements for shipping documentation and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation and audit shipment records for accuracy and completeness.
• Document all shipment activity accurately and in real time to maintain a clear record of each move.
• Escalate issues internally and externally as needed to ensure service success and customer satisfaction.
• Provide responsive customer service and support throughout the shipment lifecycle, acting as the primary point of contact.
• Work with a strong sense of urgency to support time-critical freight for automotive and manufacturing customers.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to type at least 30 words per minute.
• Ability to pass a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
• Customer service and customer support experience.
• Data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and speed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to move with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining quality.
• TSA-safe eligibility as required for the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in freight brokerage, logistics coordination, or supply chain is preferred.
• Experience working in a high-volume call or operations environment is an advantage.
• Exposure to air charter or expedited freight operations is beneficial.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, or coordinating time-sensitive operations is preferred.
• Basic geography knowledge of major cities and regions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
• Ability to stay calm, composed, and adaptable during high-pressure situations.
• Strong administrative skills and comfort working in structured processes and systems.

Work Environment

The work involves consistent phone and computer use in a collaborative operations setting that supports critical freight for automotive and manufacturing customers. Available schedules include one opening on Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and two openings on Tuesday through Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Shift premiums apply for certain hours and weekend work, and overtime may be available with supervisory approval, in line with company policies.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belleville, MI.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Belleville,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.