Expedition Employee

About PROBAT

For more than 155 years, PROBAT has stood for pioneering spirit and innovative strength in the coffee industry. Through targeted acquisitions in the food processing sector, intensive technology transfer within the group and the expansion of a global service network, PROBAT has developed into a leading full-service provider for the food industry. The company plans, develops and manufactures machines, turnkey production plants, environmental technologies and intelligent control systems with integrated smart data management. With around 1,200 employees at locations in Germany, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands and the United States, as well as a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT offers its customers comprehensive solutions, excellent service and in-depth industry knowledge – worldwide and from a single source.

Your Responsibilities

As a Packaging & Shipping Employee, you are responsible for the accurate, safe, timely, and high-quality handling of completed projects and other outbound goods. You ensure that machines and parts are picked, packaged, secured, processed administratively, and prepared for shipment in line with customer, transportation, and quality requirements.
This role requires strong technical insight. You understand how large, valuable machines should be safely packed, supported, and transported to prevent damage during transit. In addition, you support incoming goods flows and assist with the logistical processing of spare parts.

Location: Koog aan de Zaan
Position within the organization: Reports to the Expedition Coordinator and/or Team Leader Warehouse & Expedition
Team size: 12 colleagues across three logistics areas

Your responsibilities

• Preparing, packing, and coordinating the logistical handling of project-related shipments.
• Collecting, packing, and preparing spare parts orders for shipment in line with customer and quality requirements.
• Loading, moving, and preparing machines, parts, and other materials for transport using the appropriate equipment.
• Preparing, checking, and processing shipping documentation, including packing lists, CMR consignment notes, and other transport-related documents.
• Monitoring progress, priorities, and quality of outbound flows in line with the planning.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient expedition and logistics workspace.
• Working in accordance with all safety, environmental, health & safety, and quality regulations.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and actively contributing to optimizing logistics processes and ways of working.

Your Profile

Your profile

• An MBO level 3 qualification in Logistics, Export, or a related field
• In possession of a valid VCA certificate
• Certified to operate a forklift and reach truck
• Familiar with logistics production processes and ERP systems
• You have a good technical understanding and know how to package and transport machines safely.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Dutch; English is a plus
• You work in a structured way, remain calm under pressure, and are a team player
• Service- and customer-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working across different disciplines
• Motivated and eager to grow and develop within the company

We offer you:

• A close-knit and supportive team in a forward-looking company
• An attractive salary and benefits package
• Flat hierarchies and open, direct communication
• A structured onboarding period and opportunities for personal development
• A modern working environment with international projects
• Career growth opportunities, including the possibility to progress to Expedition Coordinator

Apply now and seize this opportunity!

Are you enthusiastic about this vacancy and do you see yourself as a great addition to our team?
We would like to receive your letter of motivation and Curriculum Vitae to the attention of Maaike Punt (Board & HR Assistant) via: careers@probat.com

Would you like to receive more information first? You can also call us on: 075-6126123. Your application will of course be treated confidentially.

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