BOI Cargo Express Load Planner

Overview

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

Job Summary

As a crucial part of our Cargo Express operations, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient planning of freighter aircraft loading, ensuring full compliance with weight and balance requirements. This role is key in supporting on-time performance and operational excellence for Amazon Air cargo flights. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively across departments, and brings a sharp focus on accuracy and safety.

The expected pay rate is $23.50/hour. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

• Perform aircraft load planning and weight & balance calculations to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with all load control procedures, safety regulations, and internal quality standards.
• Monitor aircraft weight, balance, and trim to maintain operations within specified limits and optimize fuel efficiency.
• Support On-Time Performance (OTP) targets by delivering accurate load sheets and working collaboratively with operations teams.
• Coordinate closely with Ramp Operations, Cargo, and Operations Control Center (OCC) to ensure timely and safe aircraft loading.
• Participate in internal and external training programs related to Load Control and Ground Operations.
•  Maintain clear documentation and audit trails of load plans, calculations, and flight data.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee might occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Your profile

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of experience in the airline industry
• Valid driver's license
• Licensed Load Control Certification required
• Excellent math skills
• Good communication skills
• Must be able to work flexible hours

What we offer 

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!