Freight Clerk / Logistics Assistant

Nova Staffing is currently hiring a Freight Clerk / Logistics Assistant for a growing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented skilled who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, inventory control, or order fulfillment.

The successful candidate will support daily freight and logistics operations, coordinate shipments, maintain accurate records, and work closely with suppliers, carriers, customers, and internal teams to ensure products move efficiently throughout the distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments between production facilities, distribution centres, suppliers, customers, and service providers.
- Prepare shipping documentation and customs paperwork (training provided).
- Schedule pickup and delivery appointments with carriers, suppliers, customers, and storage facilities.
- Track shipments in transit and communicate delays or issues as they arise.
- Maintain freight contacts, transportation rates, and shipment records.
- Monitor and track freight costs.
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate documentation.
- File and scan shipping and receiving paperwork.
- Communicate effectively with management, production teams, customers, carriers, customs brokers, and suppliers.
- Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent.




- Minimum one year of experience in logistics, freight, supply chain, inventory control, purchasing, or order fulfillment.
- Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable using computers, tablets, mobile devices, and business software.
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
- Dependable, reliable, and punctual with a strong work ethic.
- WHMIS training required.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with inventory management.
- Experience coordinating international freight shipments.
- Previous experience in transportation, warehousing, distribution, or supply chain operations.

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with occasional exposure to a production environment. Candidates must be comfortable working on computers and mobile devices, handling detailed documentation, and following safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment when required.

If you are organized, detail-oriented, and looking to build a career in logistics and supply chain operations, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Do you have a vehicle?

Location:

- Lunenburg, NS (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Freight Clerk (Canada)
🏢 Nova Staffing
📍 Canada