Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Plainview

A freight forwarding company is seeking an Entry-Level Export Agent to join their operations team in Mineola, NY. This position is responsible for the activities and processes of international Air and Ocean freight's export coordination and for providing other general operations support as needed. Training is provided.

*This is a full-time, non-exempt, contracted, onsite position. ***This is a contract-to-hire role, with Activ8 serving as your temporary employer***

Entry-level Export Agent (Freight Forwarding) Duties:

• Track and trace international shipments, monitoring and managing daily freight movement
• Collect, sort and distribute operational information internally and process documentation for shipment release
• Respond to customers and transportation service providers, providing them with information of shipment statuses (ETA, errors, etc.) and financials
• Update internal databases with freight information and current status
• Collaborate with and support other departments'/branches' freight operations as needed
• Address issues and claims when shipment errors/in-transit issues occur (e.g. troubleshooting discrepancies, processing damage claims, etc.)
• Create invoices and send originals to billing parties
• Additional duties as assigned

Entry-level Export Agent (Freight Forwarding) Ideal Minimum Requirements:

• Education in Business, Supply Chain Management, or similar
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel
• Excellent communication skills in written / verbal English
• High attention to detail and comfortable handling tasks simultaneously
• Adaptable with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline driven department
• This position will not support visa sponsorship or relocation expenses
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel paperwork and interact with a computer, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

NOTE: Activ8 and its clients will NOT charge any fees or costs to applicants at any point during the application or hiring process.

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Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

a well-established union demolition contractor serving the New York metro area, is seeking a Junior Estimator to join their team in Farmingdale, NY. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced demolition professionals while developing hands-on estimating skills across a wide variety of public and private construction projects.

What You'll Do as the Junior Estimator:

• Review architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings to understand project scope
• Perform quantity takeoffs for demolition work including interior, structural, and mechanical removal
• Assist in calculating labor, equipment, disposal, and subcontractor costs
• Help prepare competitive bid packages for public and private construction projects
• Identify scope gaps and inconsistencies within drawings and specifications
• Communicate with general contractors to clarify project details and demolition requirements
• Maintain organized documentation for estimates and bid submissions
• Support senior estimators and project managers during the bid process
• Participate in discussions related to project logistics, sequencing, and demolition scope

Must-Haves as the Junior Estimator:

• Background in construction or a related field
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with project teams
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced estimating environment

Nice-to-Haves as the Junior Estimator:

• Prior estimating or quantity takeoff experience
• Exposure to demolition or heavy construction projects
• Education in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience using digital takeoff or estimating tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with public sector construction projects

Our Client Offers:

• Base salary of $60,000 - $75,000 depending on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical benefits
• Paid time off
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced demolition estimators
• Long-term career growth within a stable and growing construction company

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing / Procurement Coordinator to support procurement operations for a fast-paced property management company with approximately 500 corporate office employees. This entry-level role will focus on sourcing and ordering office supplies, equipment, and operational materials while ensuring cost efficiency, timely delivery, and proper vendor coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working with vendors, internal departments, and purchasing systems.

***THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION. ONSITE IN MELVILLE, NY***

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders for office supplies, equipment, and operational materials.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels for common office supplies and workplace essentials.
• Coordinate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs and timelines.
• Source vendors and request quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
• Track orders from placement through delivery and resolve any shipment issues.
• Maintain vendor records, pricing lists, and procurement documentation.
• Assist in negotiating pricing and service agreements with vendors when appropriate.
• Monitor spending and help ensure purchases remain within departmental budgets.
• Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and assist accounts payable with discrepancies.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of procurement systems or software.
• Maintain organized purchasing records for reporting and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, administrative support, or office operations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and vendor coordination abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with purchasing software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Key Skills

• Vendor management
• Order tracking and logistics coordination
• Inventory management
• Cost awareness and budgeting support
• Data entry and reporting
• Cross-department communication

Warehouse Associate – AV Pros NY

Location: In Person | Full-Time | $20–$25/hr

AV Pros NY is looking for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Associate to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in organization, and wants to be part of a growing company in the low voltage, IT, and AV industry.

Important: Candidates MUST hold a valid Electric Forklift Certification and Scissor Lift Certification.

If you've worked at companies like Best Buy, Microcenter, Home Depot, Lowe's, or a large low-voltage distributor, we'd love to hear from you!

Warehouse Duties:

• Receive and verify incoming inventory from carriers.
• Accurately log items into our internal system (POs, manufacturer info, part & serial numbers).
• Keep warehouse inventory organized and updated to prevent extra orders.
• Stock, stage, and prepare materials for technicians and projects.
• Safely lift up minimum 50 lbs and work on ladders when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts for incoming/outgoing deliveries.
• Assist with cleaning, stocking, and staging company vehicles.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance, including oil changes and tire changes.
• Drive company Sprinter vans to job sites or distributors for pickups/deliveries.

eBay Store Management:

• Fully manage our eBay store, including:
• Creating and maintaining listings
• Handling shipping and packaging when items sell
• Responding to customer inquiries promptly and professionally
• Monitoring and maintaining reviews for all transactions

• Electric Forklift Certification (Required)
• Scissor Lift Certification (Required)
• OSHA 30 & SST (Preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience
• Ability to lift minimum 50 lbs and work on ladders
• Knowledge of basic hand tools and power tools
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Clean driving record and ability to follow all traffic laws

Why Join AV Pros NY?

• Competitive pay: $20–$25 per hour
• Benefits package including:
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account/Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Birthday paid day off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Commuter program
• Employee discount
• Steady schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday
• Opportunity to learn, grow, and build a career in a fast-growing AV company

• If you're dependable, safety-minded, and ready to take on a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly, apply today and grow with AV Pros NY!

Summary /Objective

The Senior Production Manager oversees multiple product lines from procurement through production planning, ensuring accurate material planning, scheduling, and execution. This role translates sales forecasts and booking data into actionable production plans using tools such as MRP and Style Availability Reports.

The Senior Production Manager develops demand and capacity plans, partners closely with Sales and suppliers, and ensures production aligns with business goals while maintaining operational flexibility. This role is responsible for optimizing inventory performance, maintaining accurate product data, and proactively identifying risks or constraints that could impact delivery timelines.

Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and clear cross-functional communication are essential for success in this role.

Position Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end production process across multiple product lines, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards, production targets, and business timelines while supporting new initiatives.
• Analyze sales demand using sales forecasts, booking orders, and historical sales data to develop production plans and issue vendor purchase orders that ensure a continuous supply of apparel and accessories.
• Review Style Availability Reports to assess stock status and safety stock levels; proactively expedite shipments with suppliers to meet delivery and order fulfillment requirements.
• Manage product costing, including target costing, counter costing, and flash costing, and support Sales with accurate and timely cost information.
• Partner with Product Development to ensure raw materials and trim availability align with production timelines; prepare and present financial and production updates to senior management as needed.
• Manage inventory purchasing to stay within budget and management directives by optimizing order quantities, adjusting safety stock levels, reallocating surplus inventory, and closing out excess or non-working inventory.
• Coordinate fulfillment of critical backorders in collaboration with Allocation and Customer Service teams; communicate production schedules across the organization via AS400.
• Monitor and report on inventory levels, material availability, and production status, advising management of potential risks, delays, or delivery issues.
• Lead manufacturing planning across a multi-plant operation by aligning production requirements with factory capacity, commitments, and lead times.
• Work closely with factories to balance, adjust, and re-prioritize production schedules in response to changes in demand, capacity constraints, or supply disruptions.
• Monitor vendor shipping performance to ensure adherence to established delivery dates and escalate significant discrepancies that may impact customer orders.
• Oversee quality assurance processes, including inspections upon shipment arrival; negotiate and issue chargebacks when products fail to meet company quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase production efficiency and product quality, utilizing methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of costing for apparel and hard goods is a must!
• Outstanding analytical and inventory modeling skills
• Organized with attention to exacting detail
• Proficient in project planning and support tools; experience in Production planning and/or project management
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and flexibility in changing and/or ambiguous situations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
• Import experience with knowledge of Freight consolidation/Logistics
• Strong excel skills/pivot table and BI tools.
• Experience in PLM systems
• Strong factory contacts and relationships.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Economics preferred.
• 5 + years in Production Planning and procurement/supply chain management.

HR Generalist (Retail / Union Environment)

Location: 100% On-site (Travel between Huntington and Commack, NY) Industry: Retail / Supermarkets

About the Role We are seeking a highly independent and proactive HR Generalist to serve as a critical partner to store leadership. In this role, you will be the sole HR presence supporting two key retail locations, acting as the bridge between corporate strategy and store-level execution.

This is a unique opportunity for an HR professional ready to take the next step in their career. We value relational leaders who can navigate employee relations with high EQ and autonomy.

What You'll Do

• Full Lifecycle HR: Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training for a large retail workforce.
• Labor Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations and contract adherence.
• HRIS Administration: Manage PeopleSoft tasks, including I-9 compliance, direct deposits, and payroll coordination.
• Strategic Partnership: Support Store Managers in building a positive, high-performing, and compliant culture.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years of HR experience (Coordinator or Generalist level).
• Background: Experience in Retail or Grocery industries is highly preferred.
• Union Environment: Knowledge or experience in a unionized environment is a strong nice-to-have.
• Technical Savvy: Familiarity with PeopleSoft or similar HRIS platforms.
• Independent Operator: Proven ability to operate as a sole HR presence across multiple sites.
• Logistics: Comfort with 100% on-site work and travel between assigned store locations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 (Compensation pay based on experience).
• Benefits: Employer-paid medical & dental for you and your family, Profit Sharing, and 3 weeks of vacation.

Take the next step in your HR career with a stable, community-focused leader. Apply today!

GILBERT, located in Melville, NY, is a premier millwork manufacturing company specializing in high-end custom solutions for trade show exhibitions and luxury retail spaces. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional craftsmanship and unparalleled customer service, ensuring our clients' visions come to life. Our company provides design services, full project management, fabrication and event services for our clients. With an emphasis on partnership, reputation, quality and results, the Gilbert team focuses on providing exceptional experiences for our clients to help them achieve their goals. Founded in 1986, Gilbert serves clients in numerous industries including consumer electronics, consumer goods, eyewear, fashion, jewelry and more.

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Account Manager to join our team. This role requires a highly organized, client-focused professional with experience in managing complex, high-value projects from initial inquiry through project launch. The Account Manager will be responsible for overseeing all pre-sale activities, including RFE, RFD, RFI, and RFP processes, while cultivating long-term client relationships across industries such as luxury retail, fashion, jewelry, and consumer goods. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can balance detail-oriented coordination with a focus on sales growth, client satisfaction, and executional excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions. Act as the primary point of contact for all client communications.
• RFE/RFD/RFI/RFP Processes: Lead and coordinate the preparation and submission of RFEs, RFDs, RFIs, and RFPs. Ensure all documents are comprehensive, accurate, and delivered on time.
• Customer Service Excellence: Deliver a high level of customer service, responding promptly to inquiries and addressing any concerns or issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Sales Target Achievement: Proactively drive revenue growth within assigned accounts by meeting defined upselling and cross-selling targets. Leverage client relationships and project insights to identify additional opportunities that align with client goals and company capabilities.
• Pre-Sale Coordination and Ownership: Take full ownership of the pre-sale phase, including discovery, scoping, and alignment with client expectations. Collaborate with internal teams to develop accurate timelines, budgets, and deliverables that set the foundation for successful project execution.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams, including design, production, and logistics, to ensure timely execution of projects while meeting client specifications.
• Stakeholder Communication: Represent the company confidently in discussions with architects, designers, and owners' representatives. Effectively translate client vision and technical requirements to internal teams, ensuring alignment across all parties involved.
• Reporting: Provide regular updates to management on account status, project progress, and client feedback.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in account management, preferably in the millwork, exhibition, or luxury retail industry.
• Strong understanding of the RFE, RFD, RFI, and RFP processes.
• Ability to understand and interpret shop drawings, with a basic understanding of construction methods, to effectively communicate project requirements.
• Excellent understanding of proper communication in both verbal and written formats.
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM tools with a strong focus on data integrity
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.