Freight Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a leader in the transportation and logistics industry, is seeking a dedicated Freight Clerk to join their team. As a Freight Clerk, you will be an essential part of the Operations Department supporting the freight management team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities, which will enable you to succeed and grow within the organization.

Job Title: Freight Clerk

Location: AUSTIN, MN

Pay Range: $20.15/hour

Shift:

What's the Job?

• Monitor daily freight shipments and delivery activity to ensure smooth operations.
• Investigate and document freight overages, shortages, damages, and delivery discrepancies.
• Approve or deny carrier detention requests based on in/out times at shipping and delivery locations.
• Provide coverage to inboxes during times of PTO to maintain communication flow.
• Communicate with carriers, warehouses, customers, and internal departments regarding shipment exceptions and updates.

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, warehouse, customer service, or claims processing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry.
• Collaborative work environment supporting professional development.
• Engagement with a diverse team committed to excellence.
• Chance to develop valuable skills in freight management and logistics.
• Supportive company culture that values inclusion and innovation.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.