Rapid Logistics

Careers

Logistics with a future. Join our team.

Since 1958, we have been moving goods from the Port of Hamburg to the world. As an owner-managed family business, we are looking for people who want to take on responsibility: in the office, in the warehouse, and as apprentices.

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Open positions

We fill our apprenticeship positions every year on 1 February and 1 August.

Permanent position Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk (m/f/d), Import focus Hamburg · immediate start · full-time View job → Permanent position Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver (m/f/d) Hamburg · immediate start · full-time · Mon–Fri 7 am–4 pm View job → Apprenticeship Apprenticeship: Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk (m/f/d) Hamburg · Start dates: 1 February and 1 August · 3 years View job → Apprenticeship Apprenticeship: Warehouse Operative (m/f/d) Hamburg · Start dates: 1 February and 1 August · 2 years View job →
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Permanent position

Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk (m/f/d), Import focus

Hamburg · immediate start · full-time

To strengthen our import team, we are looking for an experienced, well-trained freight forwarding clerk who manages import shipments independently from origin to consignee.

Your tasks

  • Independent planning and handling of import shipments, primarily sea freight (FCL and LCL)
  • Coordination with shipping lines, overseas agents, terminals, and truckers
  • Preparation and coordination of customs clearance, including fiscal clearance and customs warehousing
  • Planning of pre-carriage and on-carriage to the warehouse or consignee
  • Preparation and review of freight documents, as well as costing and invoicing
  • Personal support for our customers as their dedicated point of contact

Your profile

  • Completed vocational training as a Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk
  • Several years of professional experience in imports, ideally in sea freight
  • Solid knowledge of Incoterms and freight documents; customs knowledge is a plus
  • Good written and spoken English, plus proficiency with MS Office and freight forwarding software
  • Independent, structured way of working, organizational skills, and team spirit
Permanent position

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver (m/f/d)

Hamburg · immediate start · full-time · Mon–Fri 7 am–4 pm

For our certified warehouse in Hamburg, we are looking for reliable, hands-on support who is confident using forklifts and scanners.

Your tasks

  • Loading and unloading trucks and containers
  • Receiving goods, including checks of quantity, quality, and documents
  • Proper storage in high-bay racking and stock relocation
  • Order picking, PICK & PACK, and shipping preparation
  • Inventory maintenance and support with stocktaking
  • Compliance with IFS Logistics, Bio (organic), and GMP+ standards

Your profile

  • Completed vocational training as a Warehouse Operative or Warehouse Logistics Specialist, or alternatively warehouse work experience
  • Valid forklift license and confident handling of counterbalance and reach trucks
  • Experience with scanners or warehouse management systems is an advantage
  • Reliability, diligence, and team spirit
Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship: Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk (m/f/d)

Hamburg · Start dates: 1 February and 1 August · 3 years

Want to know how goods from overseas end up on store shelves? During your apprenticeship, you will get to know the entire supply chain, from the container ship through customs to the truck.

Your tasks

  • You plan and organize shipments by sea, truck, and rail
  • You learn about import, export, and customs clearance in the Port of Hamburg
  • You calculate quotes and prepare freight documents
  • You rotate through dispatch, customs, warehousing, and accounting
  • You look after customers and partners in Germany and abroad
  • Vocational school complements your on-the-job training

Your profile

  • Good secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss), Fachabitur, or Abitur
  • Interest in international business and organization
  • Good skills in German, English, and math
  • Strong communication skills, team spirit, and reliability
Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship: Warehouse Operative (m/f/d)

Hamburg · Start dates: 1 February and 1 August · 2 years

The warehouse is where everything comes together. Over two years, you will learn how goods are received, safely stored, picked, and shipped.

Your tasks

  • You receive goods and check them against the accompanying documents
  • You store goods properly and learn to use forklifts and scanners
  • You pick orders and prepare them for shipping
  • You learn warehousing to IFS Logistics, Bio (organic), and GMP+ standards
  • You help with stocktaking and inventory maintenance
  • Vocational school complements your on-the-job training

Your profile

  • Lower or intermediate secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschul- or Realschulabschluss)
  • Enjoyment of hands-on, physically active work
  • Diligence, reliability, and team spirit
  • Interest in logistics and technology