How much does a Logistics Technician make?

Ever heard of the profession of Logistics Technician? Do you know the professional's responsibilities and what are their prospects in the job market? Well, that is the purpose of this article: to situate you on the main characteristics of the position.

Beforehand, it is important to emphasize that the job market for Logistics Technicians is very competitive and promising. Qualified professionals, who really make a difference in this segment, come out ahead and show that investing in the profession is a good deal.

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Generally, those who identify with the profession are more flexible and organized, have availability of time to travel, enjoy working in a team and have knowledge of computing.

But what does a Logistics Technician actually do? The professional works within companies with the function of planning the movement of their resources, so that the process of transporting and storing goods takes place effectively.

About the Logistics Technician course

To take the Technical Course in Logistics it is necessary to have completed high school. Its average duration is two years, which can yield 800 hours/class. Several Brazilian institutions offer the course, one of the best known being SENAC (National Service for Commercial Learning).

The logistics course includes the following disciplines in the curriculum: Logistics, People Management, Management and Economics of Logistics Systems, Legislation and Taxation in Logistics, Storage, Transport, Costs, among others.

Another option for those who want to improve themselves a little more in the area is to invest in a higher education course in logistics. The advantage is that through higher education, the professional is able to leave the position of technician, whose training is of medium level, and reach higher positions and more promising salaries.

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Under these conditions, the person interested in working in this segment can opt for technical courses in logistics, technologists (technological graduation) or even bachelor's degrees in the area. In addition, you can bet on other areas of knowledge, which are more comprehensive and traditional, such as Engineering, Administration or Economics.

Position of Logistics Technician

Within a company, the professional is responsible for optimizing the spaces available for storage of goods, with a view to reducing resources, such as time and money to perform the processes. So, some of your tasks are:

  • Plan internal movement and distribution between factories;
  • Control the stock and storage of goods;
  • Communicate with suppliers and customers;
  • Operate electronic systems;
  • Implement quality, safety and hygiene procedures in the logistics system;
  • Manage all company resources and materials.
  • Generally, the professional works in factories and distribution channels, such as airports, ports, transport companies, retailers and wholesalers.

How much does a Logistics Technician make?

Salary variation for this professional is also very common. Each region has its specificities and this interferes in determining the amount to be paid for the work of the Logistics Technician. Other factors that also influence remuneration are: background, background and qualification of the professional.

Generally, the starting salary ranges from two to four minimum wages, depending on the technical level of training. In other conditions, such as higher education, for example, the remuneration offered can reach up to eight minimum wages, which is very motivating for those who want to invest in their career and take on positions of boss.

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