Freelance Logistics Assistant

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

This is a project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 6-10 months unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are complete. Please note: this position is based in Monroe, CT.

The Logistics Assistant is responsible for supporting logistical operations.  NBC Sports is seeking various levels of experience in the areas of Technical Logistics and Production Logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Warehousing, logistics and facility material handling, picking, packing and shipping, moving equipment pallets, boxes
• Support Logistics department with asset tracking and inventory control
• Assist with shipping and receiving mail, packages and freight. Activities may include loading/unloading trucks, material handling, and prepping/wrapping/strapping goods for shipping
• Assist with inventorying by working on a PC and scanning technical equipment, supplies, furniture, wardrobe, cable, & more
• Assist with security screening goods
• Assist with receiving supplies and tracking purchase orders
• Physically demanding position, must be able to lift at least 30 pounds
• Support all customers with a high level of service and support
• Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe work environment including breaking down boxes, picking up and disposing of trash and waste
• Distributes office and non-technical supplies using custom online ordering system
• Supports internal and external customers

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Proficient in Microsoft Windows
• Ability to operate forklift or other MHE, training provided if necessary
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and internal customers
• Ability to work individually as well as with a team
• Strong team player and collaborator
• Detail and deadline oriented
• Possesses a strong work ethic

Desired Characteristics:

• Basic knowledge of broadcast or production logistics or related preferred 
• Possess a high level of initiative, strong customer service skills and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience/knowledge of material handling equipment including forklifts

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to work overtime and must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be willing to work in Monroe, CT and/or Stamford, CT
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.